Special Topics in Social Work

Student Learning Outcomes, Goals, Objectives:

Students successfully completing this course will be able to:

• Demonstrate Ethical and Professional Behavior
• Engage Anti-Racism, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Practice
• Engage with Individuals, Families, Groups, Organizations, and Communities
• Assess Individuals, Families, Groups, Organizations, and Communities
• Intervene with Individuals, Families, Groups, Organizations, and Communities
• Evaluate Practice with Individuals, Families, Groups, Organizations, and Communities

Course Grading Information:

Activity/Performance Measure	Percentage/Points
Clinical Skills Labs	20%
Clinical Case Conference & Reflective Analysis	40%
Clinical Grief, Loss & Trauma Portfolio	40%

Attendance/Participation:

This course is taught using a clinical master-class model that emphasizes experiential learning, Clinical Skills Labs, case consultation, role plays, reflective practice, and professional discussion. Regular attendance and active participation are essential to achieving the course learning outcomes.

Students are expected to arrive prepared by completing assigned readings and actively engaging in class discussions, experiential activities, and clinical skill development. Because many course activities involve live practice, peer consultation, and instructor feedback, they cannot be fully replicated outside of class.

Graduate-level work is expected on all assignments and should demonstrate integration of evidence-informed practice, critical thinking, ethical decision-making, cultural responsiveness, professional communication, and reflective use of self.

Course Materials Purchased by the Students:

• Larkin, S. (2021). A Practicum Guide for Social Workers (2nd ed.). Cognella Academic Publishing.
• National Association of Social Workers. (2021). Code of Ethics of the National Association of Social Workers.