Unit Catalogue

Back to Unit Search

SWK575 - Creative Approaches to Case Work and Assessment

2022

Sector

Higher Education

Discipline

Social Work

Unit Description

This unit provides the foundation for understanding and applying assessments and casework within the creative therapies context. Students will explore different approaches to assessment and casework, and analyse the impact of Western based models within a cross-cultural context. Students will learn how to apply a range of creative therapies to assessments and casework practice.

Text Book

Bookshop

Unit Learning Outcomes

1.	Critically analyse different forms of therapeutic assessment applicable to cross-cultural contexts.
2.	Synthesize and apply different therapeutic approaches to help assess and understand the needs of the client.
3.	Develop a contextual understanding of the client's needs.
4.	Apply creative practices and approaches to inform assessment and casework.

Assessment Overview

	Assessment Task	Value (of total mark)	Related Learning Outcome/s
1.	Reflective report (1500 words or equivalent in other media)	20%	1,2,3,4
2.	Reflective journal (2000 words or equivalent in other media)	30%	1,2,3,4
3.	Case study (2500 words or equivalent in other media)	50%	1,2,3,4

Unit Availability

Year	Semester	Att Mode	Location	Learning Method	Timetable*
2022	Semester 1	External	External Studies	OLR

* Timetable will be displayed in new tab or window depending on your browser's configuration; ensure Pop-ups are allowed for this site to view the timetable.

OLR: Internet access is required for this unit as students are required to access study materials provided on-line through Learnline. Please log into Learnline on the first day of each teaching period. For more information about Learnline, please click here.

Critical Dates

Important Dates for Students

Fee Information:
Fees and Payments
Student Services and Amenities Fees
2022 Domestic Unit Fees (PDF)