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  • SWK 344: Human Behavior in The Social Environment II

    3.00 Credits
    Molloy University

    (formerly SWK 244 Human Behavior II) This course is a continuation of Human Behavior in the Social Environment I. Emphasis is on the developmental life course from conception through late adulthood. The course seeks to inform and sensitize students to the complex interchange between persons and their environment, which both facilitate and inhibit human development. The life course perspective recognizes the significance of gender, race, ethnicity and social class diversity as determinates of human behavior. General patterns of person and environment are viewed through the unique stories of individual case studies. Prerequisite: SWK 343. (Social Work majors only.) (Offered Spring) 3 credits
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  • SWK 345: Contemporary Issues in Social Work

    3.00 Credits
    Molloy University

    (formerly SWK 245) This course explores selected contemporary issues that may be encountered by the generalist practitioner working in the Long Island community. Topics addressed might include social service delivery systems, domestic violence, immigration, cultural diversity, poverty, homelessness, economic justice, gangs, gender and identity and chronic mental illness. Utilizing a module format, students will gain a basic familiarity with each topic and the salient issues encountered in practice with clients across the lifespan. Course is open to all Social Work majors, and students in other helping professions. (Offered Fall, Spring) 3 credits
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  • SWK 346: Crisis Intervention

    1.00 - 3.00 Credits
    Molloy University

    (formerly SWK 246) The course is designed to explore the historical development, theoretical constructs and methodology of crisis intervention from a social work perspective. Special attention is given to assessment of specific factors that impact on the crisis or traumatic situations with individuals, families, groups and communities. Critical analysis of the impact on populations in crisis with regard to inequities in resource accessibility will be included. The principles and techniques of working with diverse populations in crisis from a strengths perspective will be stressed. (Offered Fall) 1-3 credits
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  • SWK 347: Spirituality And Social Work Practice

    3.00 Credits
    Molloy University

    This course will explore the concept of spirituality as it broadly relates to the value and ethical foundations of social work. Students will develop a deeper understanding of the diversity of spiritual and religious expression in the lives of their clients, as they explore their own spiritual and religious heritage. Students will learn to bring spiritual awareness and sensitivity to the assessment and intervention with client systems. Course open to all Social Work majors, and students in other helping professions. (Offered Fall, Spring) 3 credits
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  • SWK 348: Working With Victims of Rape, Incest And Sexual Assault

    1.00 Credits
    Molloy University

    This two-day professional training, from a systems and interdisciplinary perspective, will focus on topics of: violence against women, police investigation, court procedures, physical traumas, incest and child sexual assault, working with adult victims of childhood sexual abuse, male sexual abuse and crisis counseling adult victims of rape and their significant others. Emphasis will be on the development of an interdisciplinary, systems approach with crime victims and their families, and conceptualization of trauma theory and intervention. (Offered Spring) 1 credit
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  • SWK 351: Generalist Social Work Practice I

    3.00 Credits
    Molloy University

    (formerly SWK 251) This first course in the three component generalist social work practice sequence introduces students to social work services and the social agency as the arena for practice. The focus of this course is on Social Work theories, practice principles and skills essential to the helping relationship. Particular emphasis is placed on values, ethics, assessment, planning, interviewing skills, relationship building, case documentation and evaluation. The dynamics and skills of effective communication associated with client systems and human diversity are stressed. Attention is given to ethnic, racial, gender and age differences. This course is required prior to field practice. (Social Work majors only) (Offered Spring) 3 credits
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  • SWK 352: Hiv And Aids

    1.00 Credits
    Molloy University

    This course focuses on the impact of HIV and AIDs upon individuals, families and communities. Knowledge from social sciences, medicine and the practice community will frame strategies for intervention with vulnerable populations. 1 credit
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  • SWK 353: Substance Abuse

    1.00 Credits
    Molloy University

    This course will focus on the identification and assessment of the potential for substance abuse across the lifespan. Information will be presented regarding classifications of drugs and implications for treatment and recovery. 1 credit
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  • SWK 354: Resilient Practitioner: Coping With Professional Stress

    1.00 Credits
    Molloy University

    The goals of this course will be to acquaint students with effective self-care strategies. Professional caregivers can develop skills that assist in the maintenance of their vitality and long-term resilience. 1 credit
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  • SWK 360: Social Work Practice in Research

    3.00 Credits
    Molloy University

    This course introduces students to qualitative and quantitative social work research methods by providing an understanding and appreciation of the scientific, analytical and ethical approach to building knowledge for practice. The course prepares students to develop, use and effectively communicate empirically-based knowledge, including evidence-based interventions. Emphasis will be placed on how research knowledge is used to provide high-quality services; to initiate change; to improve practice, policy and social service delivery; and to evaluate one's own practice. 3 credits
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