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3.00 Credits
1 semester, 3 credits ( Social Science Core) Focuses on professional social work, practice methods, and services to underrepresented populations. Emphasizes a range of psychosocial problems experienced by atrisk groups in American society and efforts to foster social and economic justice. Current and historical functioning of the social welfare system and social and economic forces that give rise to America's underclass are evaluated. Prerequisite: Juniors and seniors by permission.
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3.00 Credits
1 semester, 3 credits ( Social Science Core) Students investigate biological, social, psychological, and spiritual dimensions of human development throughout the lifespan and consider the impacts that individual and environmental forces exert on behavior and adaptive functioning. Normative developmental tasks and abilities are used as reference points in understanding the strengths and problems of diverse populations.
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3.00 Credits
1 semester, 3 credits ( Social Science Core) Common patterns of human behavior found in diverse family structures, groups, organizations, institutions, neighborhoods, and communities are examined through the application of a social systems perspective. Small and large group theory are used to critically evaluate contexts for behavioral norms, social roles, socialization, situational pressures within organizations resulting from various authority and leadership styles, organizational structures, and patterns of communication.
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3.00 Credits
1 semester, 3 credits This elective offers an in-depth examination and analysis of specific contemporary problems, their scope, their social policy implications, and the role of social work in addressing these problems. Recent offerings include topics such as alcohol and substance abuse, violence against women, confronting HIV/AIDS, child welfare and youth at-risk, and international human services. Same asWMS 301.
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3.00 Credits
1 semester, 3 credits Students examine a variety of social and environmental conditions which place children at-risk for abuse, neglect, school failure, underachievement, health,mental health and substance use problems. Behavioral, social, and mental health problems common to childhood and adolescence are examined. Contemporary treatment interventions and existing services are identified and evaluated.
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1 semester, 3 credits Group dynamics, stages of development in task, and therapeutic groups are examined. Experiential learning through role plays in simulated group exercises assists students in learning the requisite group leadership skills associated with phase specific interventions. Particular attention is given to communication patterns within groups and conflict resolution strategies.
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3.00 Credits
1 semester, 3 credits "Cultural competence" includes awareness of one's owculture-based worldview, awareness of the worldviews of diverse clients, and skills in working across cultural differences. Such competence will be pursued through reflection and dialogue about students' own cultures and contacts with others of different cultures in reading, cocurricular exploration, and service learning. Same as BLS 320.
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3.00 Credits
1 semester, 3 credits Historical and contemporary factors influencing social policy development define the processes which American society uses to approach social problem identification. Examination and analysis of current policy issues through debate explicates the underlying and competing values in social welfare policies and the role of social workers as policy makers and shapers. Prerequisite: Junior or senior social work majors or permission of instructor.
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3.00 Credits
1 semester, 3 credits Generalist practice skills necessary for work with individuals, groups, and families and learning to engage client systems, identify needs, and prepare case management plans are emphasized.Videotaping and simulation techniques are used to develop the skills of relationship building, interviewing, problem solving, and the professional use of self. Knowledge, values, and ethics of the profession are underscored. Prerequisite: Junior majors only.
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3.00 Credits
1 semester, 3 credits Community development practice strengthens neighborhood bonds, builds social capital and networks.Through sustained organizing, communities are empowered to create grassroots organizations and focus on advocacy strategies to remedy social, political, and economic injustices. Students learn to mobilize citizens to obtain collecs tive power, to advocate for current relevant legislation in the R.I. General Assembly, and complete needs assessments. Prerequisite: Junior majors only.
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