Question

This is for a Social Work Class, It'll be worth a lot of points!

1. Do you think there are certain classes that should be mandatory as part of a social work degree?

Do you think those classes--or any others not noted--should be mandatory to be a Social Worker?


2. Think of a major change that could take place in a client’s life (e.g., losing a job, the end of a relationship, stopping one’s drug use). What other areas on their own ecological map would be impacted by that major change? Selecting one of those changes, think how it might have negative impacts for some and positive impacts for others, depending on circumstances and their own specific ecological maps.

Answer 1

1. Yes, I believe that certain classes should be mandatory as part of a social work degree. These classes should cover topics such as human behavior and the social environment, social welfare policy and services, social work practice, and research methods. Additionally, it is also important for social work students to have classes that focus on cultural competency, ethics, and social and economic justice.

2. When a client experiences a major change in their life, such as losing a job, it can have a ripple effect on several areas of their ecological map. For example, it may impact their financial stability, their mental and emotional well-being, and their relationships with family and friends. When a client loses a job, it may negatively impact their ability to meet basic needs, like housing and food, and may also lead to stress, depression, and anxiety. However, it can also provide a positive opportunity for growth, learning new skills and exploring new career opportunities. Depending on the individual's ecological map, the event may have a different impact for one person than for another. For example, someone who has a strong support system and savings may handle the event differently than someone who is living paycheck to paycheck and has few support system.