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Course Criteria
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4.00 Credits
A comprehensive introduction to the field of sociology including analyses of the mutual interaction of society and the individual, major theoretical perspectives, methods for obtaining sociological knowledge, major problems, and issues which confront societies.
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4.00 Credits
Assists students in exploring curiosities about social work and suitability for the social work profession. Students will be able to examine and understand the historical development of the social work profession as well as define social work values and ethics, roles, and typical services available to particular segments of our population to include single-parent families, older people, disabled individuals, and children. Introduces students to the generalist social work practice concept and the ecological perspective. Students will identify and examine problems and issues of vulnerable groups or those who are at risk, such as women, gays and lesbians, those living in poverty, historically oppressed and economically disadvantaged people, people of color, and individuals mentally and/or physically challenged. Perquisite: None
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4.00 Credits
Historical overview of the profession: values, ethics, practical theology, and methods within the context of understanding social wellbeing (welfare) in society. Study of the interdependence of social, cultural, political, and economic factors in developing and meeting human needs in local, regional, and global settings. Perquisite: None
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4.00 Credits
An in-depth analysis of contemporary social welfare structure, functions, policy, and programs. Examination of issues of social justice, legal processes, governmental regulations and administration of systems and rules, and strategies for social and political advocacy. Introduces students to the application of theory and methods to social work policy and practice, such as health, welfare, aging, public housing, and homelessness. Perquisite: SOCW 201
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4.00 Credits
A study of human development and behavior covering the life span with an emphasis on Micro and Mezzo levels of practice using person-in-environment and the effects of the social and physical environment on individual growth and maturation. Special attention to gender issues, experience of racial and ethnic minorities, and other special populations. Perquisite: SOCW 200 or 201
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4.00 Credits
A study of the environmental context for human behavior with a special emphasis on Mezzo and Macro levels of practice which include groups, organizations, and communities. Analyzing systems with a special emphasis on human diversity, social and economic justice, human rights policy, and at risk populations. Perquisite: SOCW 302
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4.00 Credits
Deals with empowerment processes in working with groups, organizations, and communities. Applies and expands on the knowledge and skills attained in the first methods course in working with various size systems, taking into account culture, ethics, and personal and professional values in institutional and global organizations. Perquisite: SOCW 303
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2.00 Credits
Examines issues of diversity, oppression and social justice within a social work context. Students will become knowledgeable of people's biases based on race, ethnicity, culture, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, social and economic status, political ideology, disability and how these contribute to discrimination and oppression. Explores personal values, beliefs and behaviors which may limit their ability to practice with those from diverse cultures, family structures, and marginalized groups. Attention to the influence of dominant culture on these diverse and marginalized (population at risk) groups. Recommended Course: SOCW 398 - Advocacy and Human Rights
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1.00 - 4.00 Credits
Explores special topics of faculty or student interest to broaden or deepen the curriculum in areas of: advocacy and human rights, empowerment practice immigrant and refugee youth and their families, working with older adults. Perquisite: SOCW 200, SOCW 201 or by permission of instructor
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2.00 Credits
Advanced field study and research in an international context. Includes opportunities to gain a deeper understanding of globalization and relationship to the social work profession. Perquisite: None
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