SWK 418 - Social Work Practice in the School Environment

Examines legislation shaping contemporary public education and school social work services in North Carolina. Emphasis on strengths-based, solution-focused social work intervention across the spectrum of social, emotional, and behavioral needs of students to enhance school performance. This course and a field placement in a school setting are required for NC School Social Work Certification.

Credit Hours: 3

Corequisite Courses: SWK 496.
Additional Restrictions/Requirements: Corequisite course, or consent of instructor. Students must earn a “C” or better in each SWK course in order to progress in the program.
Course Repeatability: Course may not be repeated.

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