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3.00 Credits
acquaints students with changing psychosexual, social, economic, and political roles of women in contemporary society. The division of roles between men and women offers a significant point of reference for examining the history of women's liberation movement. Prerequisite: PSYC 111, SOCI 111, or consent of the instructor
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provides an overview of the science of anthropology, looking briefly at physical anthropology and the evolution of humans, and then turning to the cultural aspects of the human species, examining family and kinship, social control, economic systems, political systems, religion and a number of other areas. (IAI Course # S1 900N)
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3.00 Credits
familiarizes students with the scientific study of how people think about, influence, and relate to one another. This course focuses on the fundamental principles of social thinking and social cognition, social influence and group dynamics, and social relations, with society and culture serving as the contexts. Opportunities are given for students to reflect upon how these social principles are at work in their daily life. Prerequisite: PSYC 111 or SOCI 111 (IAI Course # PSY 908, S8 900)
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3.00 Credits
is designed to provide an introduction to the social work profession, the various work settings and current issues in social welfare. The course also provides an introduction to the generalist social work perspective and to systems theory that includes individuals, families, groups, communities and organizations. Case examples are used that relate to human diversity and social work values such as, empowerment, advocacy and confidentiality. (IAI Course # SW 911)
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3.00 Credits
is the first in a sequence of Human Behavior and the Social Environment. Comprehensive attention is given to the systems theory with a specific focus given to larger societal systems, organizations, and communities. The content was selected to provide a sound theoretical base of systems theory for beginning generalist practice. This course will also explore values and ethical principals of the NASW Code of Ethics as they apply to service delivery to diverse populations. Students are encouraged to consider the impact of individuals, groups, families, communities on the environment and the impact of the environment on the individuals, groups, families, communities and organizations.
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3.00 Credits
provides a basic understanding of human development from conception through death. The life span approach builds upon social systems theory and the five specific systems that comprise the systems perspective in social work practice: individuals, families, groups, organizations and communities. This course is based upon the philosophy that human behavior is shaped by many interacting biological, psychological, social, and cultural factors. In each life stage, attention is given to the role of social work practice in a variety of agency settings working with individuals, families, groups, organizations and communities, the ethical responsibilities and professional values. Attention is also given to the impact of oppression, and the consequences of gender, socioeconomic status, and minority group membership. Prerequisite: SWRK 116 & 241 or consent of the instructor for nonmajors.
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3.00 Credits
is designed to provide a comprehensive introduction to the structure and functions of the child welfare system from a social work perspective. The course will focus on the problems and issues in service delivery in areas of dependency, neglect, abuse, foster care, group care and delinquency from the generalist practice perspective. Additionally, students will learn the extent of the problem, effects on children, intervention issues, the social worker's role in a multidisciplinary team approach, and how to advocate for individuals and families. This course is the first of two specific course requirements for the child welfare certification available for state licensure. Prerequisite: SWRK 241.
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3.00 Credits
is designed to provide a comprehensive introduction to child abuse and neglect from a social work perspective. Social workers in all professional work settings must know how to identify child maltreatment and domestic violence. Students will learn the family dynamics and indicators of maltreatment and effective interventions on the micro and macro level. Additionally, students will learn the extent of the problem, effects on children, treatment issues, the social worker's role in a multidisciplinary team approach, and how to advocate for individuals and families. This course is the second of two specific course requirements for the child welfare specialist available for state licensure. Students will learn about various practice skills and treatment intervention related to social work with abused/neglected children and their families. Prerequisite: SWRK 306 or consent.
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3.00 Credits
seeks to provide the student with a frame of reference in understanding the operations, components, environments, and interrelationships of social welfare agencies. In addition, the historical development of social welfare will be examined in an attempt to understand the development of social policy in light of the philosophical and value base of the society in which it develops. This course will also attempt to help the student understand ethical issues in contemporary society and the making of ethical judgments about policy choices in historical eras. Prerequisite: SWRK 241 or consent.
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3.00 Credits
is designed to provide students with the knowledge base for understanding and analyzing social welfare policies and programs. Special attention will be focused on methods of social policy analysis, how it is made, and the way it is affected by, and affects, larger political and economic forces. The course will examine specific social policies as a means to gain knowledge of the future prospects of the welfare state and their implications for social work practice and the social work values and ethics that influence their outcome. In addition, the course will help students gain an understanding of political processes and prepare them to become legislative and social advocates, lobbyists, and expert advisors to policy makers and administrators. Prerequisite: SWRK 314.
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