Mar 29, 2024  
2015-2016 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
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SW 315 The Client Interview

3 credits

SW 315 will address the interview process as it pertains to the relationship with the client. Interpersonal skills, interviewing, history taking, and goal setting are emphasized. This course prepares students for generalist practice in the field of social work. A solution based focus will be emphasized. Basic knowledge of social work intervention will be introduced, including multiple systems that impact client social and psychological functioning. Connecting initially and throughout the interview process is imperative to helping. Motivational interviewing techniques teach social work professionals the ways in which specific communication processes can enhance communication for a more effective and in-depth interview experience. These techniques are consistent with the social work professions core values.

Prerequisite(s): SW 100  or permission of instructor



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