Introduction to Social Work
This course is part of Introduction to Social Work.
This comprehensive course introduces learners to the dynamic field of social work and the human services delivery system. Students will explore various practice settings from micro to macro levels, examining mental health, child welfare, substance abuse, and more. The course covers essential frameworks including the strengths perspective, socio-ecological model, and biopsychosocial approach. Learners will study the NASW Code of Ethics, social justice concepts, and cultural competency while developing understanding of diverse perspectives in social work practice. Through engaging content, students will gain practical knowledge of social work roles, theoretical foundations, and ethical decision-making processes.
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What you'll learn
Understand the roles and responsibilities of professional social workers
Master the NASW Code of Ethics and its application in practice
Grasp key concepts of power, privilege, oppression and intersectionality
Learn essential theories and frameworks in social work practice
Develop understanding of micro, mezzo and macro level interventions
Explore various social work practice settings and specializations
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There are 6 modules in this course
This course provides a comprehensive introduction to social work as a profession and field of practice. Students will learn about the historical development of social work, core values and ethics, theoretical frameworks, and various practice settings. The curriculum covers essential topics including cultural competency, anti-racism, social justice, and the different levels of social work practice (micro, mezzo, macro). Special emphasis is placed on understanding the NASW Code of Ethics, power dynamics, privilege, and intersectionality. The course combines theoretical knowledge with practical insights into diverse social work settings and roles.
What is Social Work?
Module 1
Social Work Values and Ethics
Module 2
Theoretical Frameworks that guide practice
Module 3
Cultural competency
Module 4
Anti-racism
Module 5
Social Work Practice Settings
Module 6
Fee Structure
Individual course purchase is not available - to enroll in this course with a certificate, you need to purchase the complete Professional Certificate Course. For enrollment and detailed fee structure, visit the following: Introduction to Social Work
Instructor
4 Courses
A Distinguished Leader in Rural Social Work Education and Child Welfare
Retchenda George-Bettisworth serves as Clinical Professor and Statewide BSW Rural Cohort Coordinator at the University of Alaska Fairbanks Department of Social Work, where she has established herself as a leading expert in rural social work education and child welfare. After earning her DSW and MSW degrees, she has built an impressive 20-year career focused on child welfare, workforce retention, and social work education. As the Statewide Coordinator for UAF's innovative Social Work Cohort program, she oversees a unique educational model that combines brief on-campus intensives with distance learning to prepare social workers for practice in rural Alaska. Her leadership extends beyond traditional academic roles through her recent appointment as UAF's Chief Diversity Faculty Fellow, where she continues to champion inclusive education practices. Her research focuses on building resilience in child welfare workers and enhancing cultural competencies in social work education, particularly in Alaska's unique cultural context. Through her work with the Rural Cohort program, she has been instrumental in developing "grow-your-own" approaches to address Alaska's social work workforce needs, creating sustainable solutions for rural communities while maintaining high educational standards.
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