Substance Abuse Treatment in Groups
Prerequisites: Grade of C or higher in SOWK 500, SOWK 501, SOWK 502, SOWK 503, SOWK 504 or SOWK 508, SOWK 505, and SOWK 509; P in SWII 530; or Advanced Standing Students or 5 Year Social Work Students.
This course will focus on the many applications of group work to serve substance use disorder (SUD) affected clients. Through a combination of assigned readings, attendance at group meetings, and hands-on participation in small groups within the class, students will gain a working knowledge of how groups function to assist those recovering from SUDs.
Outcomes: Demonstrate and apply ethical, culturally responsive, and evidence-informed professional behavior by integrating social work values and anti-oppressive principles into group treatment with individuals experiencing substance use disorders; Analyze and synthesize theoretical models and research evidence to design and facilitate effective, trauma-informed, and strengths-based group interventions that promote recovery and resilience among diverse populations; Implement and evaluate group-based interventions by applying motivational interviewing, mutual aid, and empowerment-focused strategies to enhance client engagement, well-being, and sustained behavioral change.
This course will focus on the many applications of group work to serve substance use disorder (SUD) affected clients. Through a combination of assigned readings, attendance at group meetings, and hands-on participation in small groups within the class, students will gain a working knowledge of how groups function to assist those recovering from SUDs.
Outcomes: Demonstrate and apply ethical, culturally responsive, and evidence-informed professional behavior by integrating social work values and anti-oppressive principles into group treatment with individuals experiencing substance use disorders; Analyze and synthesize theoretical models and research evidence to design and facilitate effective, trauma-informed, and strengths-based group interventions that promote recovery and resilience among diverse populations; Implement and evaluate group-based interventions by applying motivational interviewing, mutual aid, and empowerment-focused strategies to enhance client engagement, well-being, and sustained behavioral change.