International Perspectives on Working Methods (5cr)

Objective

The student
- Will be familiar with different approaches and methods to work with people and groups who are substance abusers, in different contexts
- Will be able to apply an understanding of the professional relationship with a person or group the as the base of rehabilitation
- Will be familiar with different approaches needed for working with children, adults (of different ages) and families
- Will be able to apply this knowledge appropriately in different contexts (cultural, religious, economic, political)

Content

- International approaches to working with substance abusers
- Professional skills for work with substance abusers
- Work with families, children young people, those with mental health problems, elderly people, people with disabilities
- Methods of work in different national, cultural, religious and other contexts