This course examines school social work interventions and practice in the context of school settings. Course content focuses on the roll of the school social worker in a host setting bridging the school, the home and the community. Considerations given to governmental regulations as well as collaboration with teachers and school administrators, community agencies and other groups in meeting the needs of children. Students will examine the issues and problems of school age children and their families. Also considered are school age students with exceptionalities, disabilities and vulnerable populations. This course meets the requirements of school social work certification.