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1.00 - 3.00 Credits
This course is designed to explore contemporary issues in social work practice. The design of this course provides students with an opportunity to develop knowledge of specific emerging and current social work issues or specific social work practice topics. The variable course credit allows instructors to design a wide range of courses that focus on diverse topics relevant for social work students.
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3.00 Credits
This course examines the dynamics of the small group. Different theoretical conceptualizations of the role of the social worker in the group are discussed. Concepts such as group norms, roles and leadership are examined. There is a special focus on work with community groups.
Prerequisite:
At least sophomore standing
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1.00 - 3.00 Credits
This “special topics” course category can explore a range of issue areas of importance to social work and give students an opportunity to study topics that are not a standard part of the curriculum. Each semester, an instructor can create a course in an area they see as particularly relevant. For example, for fall of 2010, Dr. Schofield will be offering a 3 credit online course in social innovation and social change. The course will focus on individuals whose idea about how to improve a situation, and commitment to seeing it implemented, has brought about a substantial change in the way things are done resulting in an increase in the quality of life (and sometimes a dramatic decrease in suffering). This course will include international, national and local examples of individuals who have made a positive difference in the world through their innovation and resolve. Each student will identify, analyze, and present a case study of an individual that has significantly changed “business as usual” through her or his innovation in the Greater Philadelphia region. Students are encouraged to use a video clip they created about their case in their presentation. A Flip camera can be loaned for this purpose. Students will also explore what is needed to actualize further their own potential for leadership.
This course meets the social work elective requirement. Students who are seriously interested in this content will need to meet with the professor to obtain authorization to register. The class is limited to 20 people and will require attendance at weekly virtual classes.
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3.00 Credits
This course is the first semester of a two-semester integrative practice course for senior social work majors. Students use the seminar format to learn empowerment based social work practice skills and to apply the social work curricular areas of human behavior in the social environment, social welfare policy, and research. The rich liberal arts background acquired from the Core or General Education curriculum and the content of the professionally related courses are used to inform social work practice. An important focus of the senior seminar is the agency environment in which the students practice. The formal and informal systems in which students do their fieldwork comprise the foci of the senior seminar classes. The classroom instructor is the liaison for the students’ fieldwork agencies. This maximizes the opportunity to create an intense, supportive and integrative educational experience. Students stay in the same section and field agency throughout both fall and spring semesters. Previously acquired skills are enhanced while new skills are developed so that students acquire the competencies for beginning generalist social work practice at all levels with systems of all sizes. Note: SOC WRK 3008 (Institutional Racism) is listed as a prerequisite and a co-requisite because it may be taken as either. It is recommended students take it before entering Senior Seminar but if this is not possible, it may be taken in the Fall semester of senior year.
Prerequisite:
Successful completion of SOC WRK 1002 (0053), SOC WRK 2003 (C121), SOC WRK 2004 (0122), SOC WRK 3005 (0051), SOC WRK 3006 (0052), SOC WRK 3007 (C060), and SOC WRK 3008 (R365): cumulative average of 2.00 or better; departmental approval; a minimum of 85 s.h. of successfully completed specified course work
Corequisite:
SOC WRK 4187 (0290) & 4396 (4013/0390), & 3008 (R365). Open only to seniors who are social work majors
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3.00 Credits
This course is the second semester of a two-semester integrative practice course for senior social work majors. Students use the seminar format to learn empowerment based social work practice skills and to apply the social work curricular areas of human behavior in the social environment, social welfare policy, and research. The rich liberal arts background acquired from the Core or General Education curriculum and the content of the professionally related courses are used to inform social work practice. An important focus of both the senior seminar (Social Work 4001 [4096/W285]), and of course Social Work 3009 (0280) (Patterns of Service Delivery), is the agency environment in which the students practice. The realities of the formal and informal systems in which students do their fieldwork are constant foci of the senior seminar classes. The classroom instructor is the liaison for the students’ fieldwork agencies. This maximizes the opportunity to create an intense, supportive and integrative educational experience. Students stay in the same section and field agency throughout both fall and spring semesters. Previously acquired skills are enhanced while new skills are developed so that students acquire the competencies for beginning generalist social work practice at all levels with systems of all sizes.
Prerequisite:
SOC WRK 4001 (4096/W285) & SOC WRK 4187 (0290) & SOC WRK 4396 (4013/0390)
Corequisite:
SOC WRK 4287 (0291) & 4397 (4014/0391). Open only to seniors who are social work majors
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5.00 Credits
This first semester of a two semester practicum offers the opportunity to practice social work in selected social agencies. The student spends 200 supervised hours in the field. This generalist experience provides students the opportunity to apply the knowledge, skills, and values learned in research, policy, human behavior, and practice classes. It allows them to connect social work theory with practice and to develop increasing depth in knowledge and skills. These include the development of communication, problem-solving and networking skills within various focal systems and demonstration of purposeful use of self within a culturally competent empowerment model of practice. Note: For details on field placement process, refer to the Field Education Manual available from the Field Education Office.
Corequisite:
SOC WRK 4001 (4096/W285), SOC WRK 4396 (4013/0390)
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5.00 Credits
This second semester of a two semester practicum offers the opportunity to practice social work in selected social agencies. The student spends 200 supervised hours in the field. This generalist experience provides students the opportunity to apply the knowledge, skills, and values learned in Research, Policy, Human Behavior, and Practice classes. It allows them to connect social work theory with practice and to develop increasing depth in knowledge and skills. These include the development of communication, problem-solving and networking skills within various focal systems and demonstration of purposeful use of self within a culturally competent empowerment model of practice.
Prerequisite:
SOC WRK 4001 (4096/W285) & SOC WRK 4187 (0290) & SOC WRK 4396 (4013/0390)
Corequisite:
SOC WRK 4002 (4097/W286) & 4397 (4014/0391)
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3.00 Credits
This course examines policy issues that have a major influence on the agency and well-being of women. It identifies values, attitudes, and belief systems about females that have contributed both to the problems women and girls experience and to the conceptualization and implementation of related policy responses in political, social, and economic areas. Policy areas covered include: economic status, labor force participation, family, caregiving, reproduction, substance abuse, violence, health, mental health, and international issues affecting women.
Prerequisite:
Junior or senior standing in social work and related majors
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3.00 Credits
Provides students with a knowledge base in emotional and behavioral difficulties of children and adolescents from the perspective of social work. Students will become familiar with the current literature in the field of child mental health. This includes knowledge about specific emotional and behavioral problems, theoretical perspectives for understanding child mental health and populations at risk, and current practices with children and families.
Prerequisite:
Junior or senior standing in social work or related majors
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3.00 Credits
This course provides a framework for the analysis of social policies and programs related to the social problems of homelessness in the United States. Although the focus of the course is on contemporary issues of homelessness, the approach includes an historical perspective in order to explore the enduring legacy of early interventions and approaches to the relief and social control of marginalized populations. The implications of differing viewpoints and alternative problem definitions for policy and service delivery are considered. The course explores shifts in housing policies. Additionally, employment programs are discussed in some detail to demonstrate their impact on the increasing numbers of Americans who are homeless.
Prerequisite:
Junior or senior standing in social work or related majors
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