Social Work Thompson Rivers University

Overview

The Social Work course from  Thompson Rivers University  is designed to build on the educational achievements and experiences of a wide range of students.

Learn the skills you need for a rewarding career as a generalist social work practitioner in various fields of practice, such as child welfare, mental health, addictions, women’s services, family justice, corrections, health and Indigenous people. The BSW programme has an orientation toward social justice, respect for diversity and social change.

You will learn how to provide service and leadership within regional, national, and global contexts to achieve social justice, respect for diversity and social change. One of the ways this field is rewarding is that you develop the skills to identify and end barriers that prevent people from reaching their full potential. As a social worker, you can see the transformative impact you have on people’s lives.

Career opportunities:

The degree prepares you for various careers in the field.

A snapshot of what you will learn:

• The Canadian welfare state and the response of the government to poverty in Canada.
• Communication skills and apply these skills with diverse groups including anti-oppression, feminist, Aboriginal perspectives, and more.
• How human behaviour is acquired, maintained, and modified. You’ll also learn how to understand normal human development as a knowledge base of practice with individuals, families and groups.
• Canada’s immigration policies and practices to consider your own contribution to social inclusion and exclusion.