Social Work Theories (5cr)

Objective

Students can explain what is meant by social work theory and methods and evaluate them in relation to practice.

Content

Social work as a theoretically grounded profession. Various theories as a foundation of social work. Different practices and implementations in social work methods. Students become familiar with social work theories and explore their own relationship with them in practice.

Qualifications

No previous studies are required.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Students know and are able to describe what is meant by social work theory and methods.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Students know and are able to describe what is meant by social work theory and methods. Students are able to compare their action to social work theories and methods.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Students are able to critically analyse different social work theories and methods and relate their own action to them.