The Development of a Substance Abuse Curriculum in a Master's of Social Work Program
Department
Social Work and Human Services
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
Fall 2009
Abstract
Substance abuse has been identified as a significant social problem. Social work is uniquely positioned to affect this problem. Kennesaw State University has established a substance abuse concentration as part of its master's of social work program. The purpose of this article is to describe the development of this curriculum. The curriculum is based on a biopsychosocial view of human functioning and consists of 6 advanced courses: 2 practice, 2 behavior, 1 policy, and 1 seminar. Because of its proximity to the consequences, its ability to work at multiple societal levels, and its value base, it is imperative that the social work profession continues to embrace and enhance its role as a leader in treating and researching substance abuse issues.
Journal Title
Journal of Social Work Education
Journal ISSN
1043-7797
Volume
45
Issue
3
First Page
513
Last Page
520