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  • SOWK 510: Human Diversity and Social Interaction

    3.00 Credits
    Eastern University

    Historically the United States of America has prided itself on being the "melting pot," that is, a country comprised of various yet distinctive ethnic, racial, and cultural groups. More recently, the term "salad bowl" has been used. In this course, we will research the similarities and differences of the individuals and groups that are represented throughout society. This course will explore factors such as lifestyle development, sex and gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, nationality, culture, religion, physical and mental ability and socioeconomic status. The experiences of individuals and groups based on their similarities and differences will be explored within the context of their social interaction with each other, their interactions with majority groups and the dynamics of those interactions. Students will be assisted in using knowledge to inform practice by developing skills and strategies based on strength and empowerment. Particular attention will be given to values inherent within a Christian worldview. Material for thought and discussion will be provided by reading assignments, videos, students' life experiences, field observation, and classroom lectures.
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  • SOWK 520: Human Growth and Behavior in the Social Environment

    3.00 Credits
    Eastern University

    The purpose of this course is to provide an understanding of biological, psychological, sociological, spiritual, and cultural factors in human development and social interaction as part of the knowledge base for social work practice with individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities. These factors will be used to examine the development of the individual over the lifespan and the individual's membership in a range of social systems. The knowledge gained from the integration of biological, psychological, sociological, spiritual, and cultural factors will be used to focus on intervention within the social environment. Attention will be given to Christian faith development as an integral component of the course.
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  • SOWK 540: Generalist Social Work Practice With Organizations

    3.00 Credits
    Eastern University

    This course is a continuation of the exploration of the social work agency begun in SOWK 501: Introduction to Social Work. To further gain understanding of the organization dynamic of the social work organization, students will use their field placement as a case study. The central themes of the course are: The variant ways social work agencies are organized to achieve their mission and carry out their function; The impact of the agency on its social workers and clients;The impact that social workers and clients can have on the agency.
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  • SOWK 560: Social Welfare Policy

    3.00 Credits
    Eastern University

    This course provides an introduction into the history of social welfare policy, services, and the social work profession. It explores current social welfare issues and the underlying rationale and values that support different approaches. Emphasis is placed on major fields of social work service such as: child welfare, environmental and social justice, health care, mental health, poverty and services to the aging. Through the semester, students will explore the strengths and weaknesses of the United States social welfare system with respect to social justice and social change, behavioral and social science theory and research, in relation to multiculturalism and diversity. The purpose of the course is to prepare students to examine personal experiences, to engage in personal reflection and self-awareness, and to relate both experiences and reflections to historical and contemporary ideas. The course can also enhance your understanding of how to integrate a Christian worldview into your thinking about the American social welfare system. A key component of the course is learning to recognize the ways in which privilege and power are created, maintained, and enhanced through structures, values, and ideologies present in the U.S.
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  • SOWK 561: Generalist Social Work Practice With Individuals and Families

    3.00 Credits
    Eastern University

    This course is a continuation of the exploration of the social work generalist foundation of practice, focusing on interpersonal practice with individuals and famillies, while integrating community, organizational and policy contexts core to effective social work practice. Drawing upon earlier knowledge of diversity, cultural competence, social justice and social change, the course integrates historical, contextual, and social science knowledge presented in the prerequisite courses and draws upon the field experience which is taken concurrently. Included in the subject matter will be examination of ethics and values, and an understanding of the centrality of race, culture, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, spirituality and ability that a play a role in the interpersonal dynamics of pracitice. Prerequisite: SOWK 501, SOWK 510, SOWK 520. Co-requisite: SOWK 571.
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  • SOWK 562: Generalist Social Work Practice With Groups and Communities

    3.00 Credits
    Eastern University

    This course is a continuation of the exploration of macro social work begun in SOWK 540, Generalist Practice with Organizations. The course is divided into two parts: 1) understanding group dynamics and leadership, and 2) applying group dynamics in a community context. Part one exposes students to an understanding of group dynamics and group functioning. The second half of the course will apply those skills in the context of community and neighborhood. Students will apply course knowledge in their field placement, practicing burgeoning skills in a real-world context.
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  • SOWK 571A: Generalist Social Work Field Practicum I

    1.50 Credits
    Eastern University

    The field experience is the signature pedagogy of social work education and provides an opportunity to apply classroom learning in a supervised social work setting under observation by experienced social work practitioners. The practicum occurs in a social work agency or host setting. Students carry beginning, direct-service responsibilities. Agency placement is made the semester previous to start of the field experience in consultation with the Field Advisor. Graded on a P/F basis.
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  • SOWK 571B: Generalist Social Work Field Practicum I Continuation

    1.50 Credits
    Eastern University

    The field experience is the signature pedagogy of social work education and provides an opportunity to apply classroom learning in a supervised social work setting under observation by experienced social work practitioners. The practicum occurs in a social work agency or host setting. Students carry beginning, direct-service responsibilities. Agency placement is made the semester previous to start of the field experience in consultation with the Field Advisor. Graded on a P/F basis.
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  • SOWK 572A: Generalist Social Work Field Pract II

    1.50 Credits
    Eastern University

    Generalist Social Work Field Pract II
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  • SOWK 572B: Generalist Social Work Field Pract II Continuation

    1.50 Credits
    Eastern University

    Generalist Social Work Field Pract II Continuation
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