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Social Work Mental Health Diagnosis and Treatment

General

Prefix

SW

Course Number

683

Course Level

Graduate

Department/Unit(s)

College/School

College of Health and Wellness Professions

Description

Theory, social work frameworks, and methods of diagnosing and treating mental health conditions.

Credits

Min

3

Max

3

Repeatable

No

Goals and Diversity

MN Goal Course

No

Cultural Diversity

No

Learning Outcomes

Outcome

Distinguish and apply the diagnostic process.

Outcome

Conduct and interpret mental status exams and other relevant tests.

Outcome

Compare counseling and psychotherapy theories.

Outcome

Develop treatment plans.

Outcome

Apply evidence based therapies.

Outcome

Document diagnostic assessment and evaluate treatment interventions.

Course Outline

Course Outline

The diagnostic process. 10% Mental status exam and testing. 20% Documentation. 10% Counseling theories. 10% Psychotherapy theories. 10% Evidence based practices. 10% Theoretical integration. 10% Case conceptualization. 10% Treatment planning and evaluation. 10%

Dependencies

Programs

SW683 is a completion requirement for: