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Unit of Study: SCWK6943 - Practice: Theory Development

Students will have the opportunity to examine current practices and practice theories in light of competing ideas espoused and employed in social work and community services. This unit will take an interdisciplinary approach to professional practice issues. It aims for the development of knowledge for reflexsive practice in contemporary sites of social work and community services endeavours.

Unit coordinator: Ms Denise Lynch

Classes: 4 x 6 hr sessions

Assessment: presentation and essay

Courses this subject is available in

This unit of study can be undertaken as a part of the following degree programs:

Graduate Certificate in Human and Community Services

The GradCertH&CS provides students with up-to-date information about developments in policy, practice and research in the human and community services industry.
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Master of Social Work

This course is designed to allow social work practitioners to reflect on and formulate their practice; read about and appraise alternative practices and theories; and assess their work problems and clients' needs in new ways.
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