SWKM 6204 - Direct Interventions: Adult Mental Health

Credits: 3 (3 + 0)

Prerequisite(s): Formal, written acceptance into the MSW program and SWKM 6002. Students must adhere to the required sequence of MSW coursework.

Corequisite(s): SWKM 6250

This course focuses on the advanced clinical skills needed to work with adults with mental health disorders from an ecological perspective. Theories for clinical (problem-based and strengths-based) assessments, diagnoses, and evidence-based interventions are presented. The accessibility to and effectiveness of the mental health service delivery system is examined. Students conduct a practice evaluation outcome project using their professional field experience.