This course introduces social work principles, mental health, and behavioral health, especially in the context of working effectively in multidisciplinary teams. It focuses on trauma-informed care and understanding how social determinants affect individual well-being and public safety. Students will practice working within multidisciplinary teams to support individuals through crises. This course will also help students recognize the impacts of trauma across the lifecycle and its influence on community members and plan self-care strategies and identify support avenues for managing professional challenges they may encounter.
Outcomes
- Identify social work principles relevant to public safety.
- Understand the impact of trauma and social determinants on well-being.
- Collaborate effectively in multidisciplinary teams to support individuals.
- Plan self-care strategies to manage professional challenges.
Prerequisites
none
Crosslisted Courses
N/A none Fall, Spring
Campus
South
Area of Study
Career Education