This course is designed to prepare the social worker to conduct culturally sensitive structured, semi-structured and observational clinical assessments of adults, children, families and groups. Special attention will be paid to diagnostic assessments, substance use evaluations, lethality assessments, motivational interviewing, and other evidence-based and evidence-informed approaches. Students will learn to develop and implement treatment plans as they relate to the assessment. They will also learn the importance of flexibility in the treatment process.

This course is designed to prepare the social worker to conduct culturally sensitive structured, semi-structured and observational clinical assessments of adults, children, families and groups. Special attention will be paid to diagnostic assessments, substance use evaluations, lethality assessments, motivational interviewing, and other evidence-based and evidence-informed approaches. Students will learn to develop and implement treatment plans as they relate to the assessment. They will also learn the importance of flexibility in the treatment process.