Military and Veteran Social Work Practice

The purpose of this course is to enhance understanding of the military and veteran cultures which impact on assessment, engagement, and interventions for clients and families seeking social services. This course takes into account various stressors that impact from military active-duty service, such as deployments diversity of military family structures, and a variety of readjustment issues post-deployment or post-discharge. Different military contexts (i.e., active-duty, guard/reserve, veteran, gender) and ethical issues for working in this environment are discussed; as well as research-informed interventions with active-duty, veteran, and families. Students completing this course will have a more in-depth understanding and ability to work with the active-duty military and veteran community, all of whom are an integral part of our society.