This unit introduces students to the nature of social work and social issues in contemporary society. A range of intervention methods will be explored and some key contemporary debates explored.<br/><br/>Some of the issues that will be examined will be definitions of social work and reflective practice. Social issues to be considered will include children's issues, disability and ageing. Students will be encouraged to consider case examples and to examine social responses with a view to determining the effectiveness of response. -- Course Website
Instructor: Ms Kerry Brydon
