For example, students have developed individualized concentrations in women's issues, chemical dependency, American Indian issues, corrections, employee assistance, and school social work. Students who individualize their concentration must complete one policy course, one theory course, three methods courses, and a practice evaluation course, as well as field education in their area of interest. Electives and Specializations Students have electives built into their academic program. You may choose to take additional courses, do extra practica, or complete skill laboratory classes. Skill laboratories are practice-based courses that develop specific professional skills, including grantwriting, public speaking, brief therapy, art therapy, case management, grassroots organizing, and a host of others.
Many students choose to package electives into a specialization.
These specializations provide you with additional theory and skills in a specific area. The three specializations GWB offers are listed below. Family Therapy Specialization Emphasizes a family systems approach to working with individuals, couples, and families. Three courses and applied fieldwork are required. Management Specialization Focuses on budgeting, personnel issues, board development, marketing, and fundraising to prepare you to manage social service organizations.