SWKM 6650 - The DSM for Social Work

Credits: 3

Prerequisite(s): A block of 30 foundation credits, SWKM5475 and SWKM6400 or completion of all foundation coursework

Description: This course focuses on how diagnostic criteria determines and applies to behavioral Health disorders. Students gain a thorough understanding of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual and congruence with the International Classification of Disease (ICD-10). Students gain an understanding of how behavioral health manifests along with client help-seeking behavior and evidence based practice models. Interventions are explored from a multi-systems approach which includes ecological and multicultural perspectives in behavioral health and community settings. Students will gain an understanding of the differences between evidence-based, evidence informed, and emerging practice models. The application of evidence-based practice models are explored from micro perspectives, including the impact the disorder has on the life of the client, diagnosis, and treatment.