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3.00 Credits
Intermediate level work in the language, adding more extensive practice in the four basic language skills. Continued emphasis on the grammar, on communicative proficiency, and on the study of African cultures. Prerequisites & Notes ADV Codes: BR Prereq: SWA 103 Credits: 3 Theatre Arts
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3.00 Credits
(Perspectives II course) How do we know something is a social problem This course will examine how situations become constructed as social problems in the public mind as well as the extent, causes, and possible solutions of selected current social problems such as poverty, inequality, militarism, and environmental destruction. Prerequisites & Notes Adv Codes: ABR Prereq: SOC 101 Cross-listed with SOC 204 Normal Offering Cycle: Fall and Spring Credits: 3
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3.00 Credits
Overview of the various fields of practice and the role and function of the social worker in specific agency settings. The course emphasizes the evolution and philosophy of social welfare and social work and the profession's knowledge base, skills, and values. Classroom lectures and text materials are supplemented with required agency field visits and presentations by social work professionals. Prerequisites & Notes Adv Codes: AB Normal Offering Cycle: Fall and Spring Credits: 3
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3.00 Credits
(Global course) This course focuses on the processes of oppression and the experiences, needs, and responses of people who have been subjected to institutionalized forms of oppression because of their particular collective characteristics. This course will provide theoretical content about groups that have been subjected to oppression and those which are emerging into new social roles with greater freedom and visibility. Theory, knowledge, and discussion are intended to help students grow in their understanding of self and diversity in our global society on a personal and professional level. The intention is that student growth in understanding will increase sensitivity, thus enabling the student to be responsible and proactive global citizens. Prerequisites & Notes Normal Offering Cycle: Fall and Spring Women's Studies Minor Course Credits: 3
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2.00 Credits
First of two courses in the Human Behavior and Social Environment sequence. Provides a multidimensional perspective on human behavior, focusing on the influences of the biological, psychological, spiritual and social-cultural processes. Explores social work's person-in-environment focus and human behavior theoretical perspectives. Emphasizes the reciprocal nature of the interactions among persons and their environments as well as diversity of the human experience. Considers implications for social work practice. Prerequisites & Notes Prereq: PSY 101, SOC 101, SWK 222 (SWK 222 may be taken concurrently with SWK 304.) Normal Offering Cycle: Fall Credits: 3
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2.00 Credits
Second of two courses in the Human Behavior and the Social Environment sequence. Covers the life course from conception through late adulthood and death. Focuses on the synergistic influences of biological, psychological, spiritual, physical, and sociocultural forces on human development. Provides a multidimensional perspective on the development and behavior of individuals and families, based on theory and research. Examines contemporary challenges facing individuals and families at various life course phases and the potential for human resilience. Focuses attention on the impacts of oppression and diversity on human development and behavior. Emphasizes the reciprocal nature of interactions of individuals, families and other systems in a multicultural society. Prerequisites & Notes Adv Codes: ACH Prereq: SWK 304 Women's Studies Minor Course Normal Offering Cycle: Spring Credits: 3
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3.00 Credits
As a cultural universal, the importance of religion and spirituality in shaping belief systems, perceptions, culture, and approaches to health and wellness has long been recognized. The clients of helping professionals hold religious and spiritual beliefs that play significant roles in their psychological development, environment, and life processes. This course examines the ways in which these beliefs influence individuals, families, small groups, communities, and program development and implementation. Psychosocial issues and perceptions of health, illness, and well-being are explored from interdisciplinary perspectives. Credits: 3
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3.00 Credits
A specific topic is covered reflecting the interests of students and instructor. Prerequisites & Notes Adv Code: B Normal Offering Cycle: Fall and Spring Credits: 3
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3.00 Credits
This course emphasizes familiarity with the scientific method and essential aspects of social research methodology in both the qualitative and quantitative traditions. The course is designed to provide social work students with a foundation of research knowledge that reflects the values and ethics of the profession. Research methods and evaluation skills at the micro, mezzo, and macro levels are addressed. The course also explores linkages between social work research and practice; critical philosophical and methodological issues; and issues of diversity and oppression within the research context. Prerequisites & Notes Adv Codes: ABH Prereq: SOC 101 or SWK 304 Credits: 3
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6.00 Credits
Practice I introduces the student to the basic social work knowledge, values and skills necessary for the generalist social worker; includes processes of social work practice, interviewing and counseling skills, and the NASW Code of Ethics. Field Experience I requires a minimum of six (6) hours weekly of supervised work in a social service agency. Prerequisites & Notes Advisor Codes: AF Prereq: SWK 222, SWK 304 (may be taken concurrently with SWK 304) Normal Offering Cycle: Fall Credits: 4
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