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This course specifically focuses on the development of skills necessary for competent social work communication in a variety of social work roles and settings. An introduction to communication theory is provided with an emphasis on skill development for students. Role plays and recorded sessions are required.

This course specifically focuses on the development of skills necessary for competent social work communication in a variety of social work roles and settings. An introduction to communication theory is provided with an emphasis on skill development for students. Role plays and recorded sessions are required.

This course will explore the impact of alcohol, drugs, and behavioral addictions on individuals, families, and society. Using a bio-psycho-social perspective, students will critically examine a range of models of assessment, harm reduction, treatment, and recovery used to address the addictions related issues in diverse populations.

This course will critically examine current counselling models through the lense of colonization, decolonization and employing cross-cultural, structural and anti-oppresive approaches to social work practice with specific attention given to the historical legacies of colonization and residential school in examining practice issues of power, cultural competence and sensitivity.

This course will critically examine current counselling models through the lense of colonization, decolonization and employing cross-cultural, structural and anti-oppresive approaches to social work practice with specific attention given to the historical legacies of colonization and residential school in examining practice issues of power, cultural competence and sensitivity.

This course will critically examine current counselling models through the lense of colonization, decolonization and employing cross-cultural, structural and anti-oppresive approaches to social work practice with specific attention given to the historical legacies of colonization and residential school in examining practice issues of power, cultural competence and sensitivity.

This course is a survey of contemporary Indigenous issues, covering topics including self-government, political organizations, the land claims process, social and economic conditions, and Aboriginal identity. ***Prerequisite: INDG 100, or permission of the Program Coordinator.***

This course focuses on examining and practicing skills that enhance the helping relationship through First Nations and congruent western counseling methods. Traditional values, principles and ethics are re-examined to support the development of a personal philosophy of being a helper. Students will be preparing for the 2nd practicum INSW 458. ***Prerequisite: INSW 200, INSW 346 and INSW 448*** ***Must be accepted into the SISW.***

This course specifically focuses on the development of skills necessary for competent social work communication in a variety of social work roles and settings. An introduction to communication theory is provided with an emphasis on skill development for students. Role plays and recorded sessions are required.

This course specifically focuses on the development of skills necessary for competent social work communication in a variety of social work roles and settings. An introduction to communication theory is provided with an emphasis on skill development for students. Role plays and recorded sessions are required.

This course specifically focuses on the development of skills necessary for competent social work communication in a variety of social work roles and settings. An introduction to communication theory is provided with an emphasis on skill development for students. Role plays and recorded sessions are required.

This course explores expressive arts [art, dance, drama, music, narrative, play] as a way of enhancing communication with a variety of age groups and client populations. It blends theory with classroom activities, promotes self-knowledge, and examines practical and ethical considerations of using expressive arts with individuals and groups. *** Prerequisite: Completion of SW 390. *** * Note: Formerly numbered SW 480AA. Student may not receive credit for both SW 427 and SW 480AA *

This course will critically examine current counselling models through the lense of colonization, decolonization and employing cross-cultural, structural and anti-oppresive approaches to social work practice with specific attention given to the historical legacies of colonization and residential school in examining practice issues of power, cultural competence and sensitivity.

This course will critically examine current counselling models through the lense of colonization, decolonization and employing cross-cultural, structural and anti-oppresive approaches to social work practice with specific attention given to the historical legacies of colonization and residential school in examining practice issues of power, cultural competence and sensitivity.

This course will critically examine current counselling models through the lense of colonization, decolonization and employing cross-cultural, structural and anti-oppresive approaches to social work practice with specific attention given to the historical legacies of colonization and residential school in examining practice issues of power, cultural competence and sensitivity.

This course investigates theory and practices for social workers to support Indigenous individuals, families and communities in a variety of settings. The course explores the history of of oppression experienced by Indigenous peoples by government policies. Emphasis is placed on individual self-determination, cultural safety, Indigenous self-governance and societal decolonization. ***Prerequisite: INDG 100, INDG 200 level or higher, SW 346, and SW 350***

Rural social problems and issues will be explored within legal, political and economic contexts in which these problems occur. Theories and concepts useful for rural and northern social work practice will be the major focus of this class.

This course examines the interface of lifespan human development (biological, emotional, intellectual, spiritual and social) with the social and cultural environment in which people live, with application for social work practice.

This course examines the dimensions and practical inmplications of social policy in the lives of Canadians. Political, economic, and cultural influences over social policy are explored, as well as the skills needed to develop social policy and its relationship with the profession of social work.

This course specifically focuses on the development of skills necessary for competent social work communication in a variety of social work roles and settings. An introduction to communication theory is provided with an emphasis on skill development for students. Role plays and recorded sessions are required.

This course specifically focuses on the development of skills necessary for competent social work communication in a variety of social work roles and settings. An introduction to communication theory is provided with an emphasis on skill development for students. Role plays and recorded sessions are required.

This course specifically focuses on the development of skills necessary for competent social work communication in a variety of social work roles and settings. An introduction to communication theory is provided with an emphasis on skill development for students. Role plays and recorded sessions are required.

This course explores expressive arts [art, dance, drama, music, narrative, play] as a way of enhancing communication with a variety of age groups and client populations. It blends theory with classroom activities, promotes self-knowledge, and examines practical and ethical considerations of using expressive arts with individuals and groups. *** Prerequisite: Completion of SW 390. *** * Note: Formerly numbered SW 480AA. Student may not receive credit for both SW 427 and SW 480AA *

This course will critically examine current counselling models through the lense of colonization, decolonization and employing cross-cultural, structural and anti-oppresive approaches to social work practice with specific attention given to the historical legacies of colonization and residential school in examining practice issues of power, cultural competence and sensitivity.

This course will critically examine current counselling models through the lense of colonization, decolonization and employing cross-cultural, structural and anti-oppresive approaches to social work practice with specific attention given to the historical legacies of colonization and residential school in examining practice issues of power, cultural competence and sensitivity.

This course will critically examine current counselling models through the lense of colonization, decolonization and employing cross-cultural, structural and anti-oppresive approaches to social work practice with specific attention given to the historical legacies of colonization and residential school in examining practice issues of power, cultural competence and sensitivity.