SWKM 5575 - Groups, Teams, and Leadership

Credits: 3

Prerequisite(s): SWKM5400, SWKM5425 and SWKM5450. Students must adhere to the Sequential Coursework Policy and Advising Snapshots as outlined on the MSW Program website.

Corequisite(s): SWKM5475 and SWKM5500

Description: People frequently find themselves working within groups in order to effect change with individuals or across systems. This course introduces the following constructs: the functions of groups across multiple systems; how group formation occurs; roles people play in groups; and principles to employ to work effectively as a group member or a group facilitator. Students will be involved in discussion and experiential activities in order to build leadership and evaluative skills in a variety of group contexts.

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