Teaching and Learning Social Work Practice Skills through the Use of Triads.

The article presents information on teaching and learning social work practice skills in a structured manner in an undergraduate or foundation practice class. It is stated that triads can be used in all seven areas of the problem-solving model that includes engagement, assessment, planning/contracting, intervention, evaluation, closing, and follow-up, to teach, apply, and reinforce skills. The risks and challenges of using the approach for both instructor and student along with discussing the confidentiality and dual relationship of the teaching method are also presented.