Social work theory and pracice (5cr)
Code: KF21VVO08-3001
General information
- Enrollment
- 02.12.2016 - 31.12.2016
- Registration for the implementation has ended.
- Timing
- 01.08.2017 - 31.07.2018
- Implementation has ended.
- Number of ECTS credits allocated
- 5 cr
- Local portion
- 5 cr
- Mode of delivery
- Contact learning
- Degree programmes
- Master's Degree in Social Services and Health Care, Social Work
- Teachers
- Minna Zechner
- Course
- KF21VVO08
Objective
Student is able to explain the meaning of social work theory and methods.
Content
There is a tendency to see social work as a theoretically grounded profession. There are, however, different meanings attached to social work theory. The methods of social work are älso understood in different ways. Student familiarizes with literature and writes a six-page essay on what is means by social work theories and methods and how they can be reflected upon social work expertise.
Teaching methods
Distance learning.
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Grading: pass/fail (grade 3)
Students are able to explain the meaning of social work theory and methods and how they relate to social work expertise.
Qualifications
No previous studies are required.