SW 753 - Serving Resiliently through Crisis and Trauma

Credits 3
This course explores the role of a responder to individuals, groups, and communities impacted by crisis and trauma. In depth understanding of cultural factors related to disaster and the application of psychological first aid will be discussed. Special attention will be given to how leaders can sustain their health and effectiveness as they walk with others through extreme circumstances. Mobilizing congregations, groups, organizations, and neighborhoods as care-giving communities will be discussed. Attention will be given in educating students in psychological first aid and counseling through the lifespan, via a trauma-informed lens.
Year 1 (Foundational) courses and SW-718 (Required, Previous)