MSW 600 - Trauma-Informed Practice

3 Credits

This course serves as the foundational course in healing-centered clinical practice and goes beyond traditional approaches to the treatment of trauma, both individual and socio-political. Course content will cover the history of trauma treatment in social work, as well as current approaches that include cognitive, neurological, psychological, biochemical, developmental, and interpersonal aspects of trauma work. Consideration will be given to trauma-based diagnoses, how trauma prevails in specific populations, and the sociopolitical realities that traumatize some groups more than others. Particular attention will be given to an understanding of trauma work and related topics as they relate to diverse populations through the lens of anti-racism, diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Credit Type Code: Letter Grade