Academic Calendar 2019/2020 - Indigenous Wellness

SWRK 4306  Indigenous Wellness

Prerequisites:

SWRK 3505, SWRK 3216, SWRK 3406, SWRK 3356, SWRK 3357, SWRK 3506, SWRK 3806, SWRK 3316 and SWRK 3106

Hours:

Three hours of lecture per week for one term.

Credits:

3

Description:

Students develop reflective process which emphasizes a holistic approach to well-being and healing. Drawing on Indigenous worldviews, students explore how wellness encompasses individuals, families, communities, and spiritual relationships. Students learn about the strengths of Indigenous worldviews in helping others and how they may be integrated into social work practice. The holistic approach will also inform an analysis of community services and infrastructure that are responsive to the needs of Indigenous Peoples.



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