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  • SOCW 380: Current Topics in Social Work

    3.00 Credits
    University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

    Presents and analyzes special topics related to current social work practice, policy and research. Topics vary; see Class Schedule for current offering. May be repeated in the same or separate terms to a maximum of 6 hours.
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  • SOCW 397: Asian Families in America

    3.00 Credits
    University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

    Offers a comparative analysis of Asian families as they cope and adapt to American society. Examines: 1) how families from four major Asian-American groups (Chinese, Indian, Japanese and Korean) function in American society; 2) how these families compare to families in their country of origin; and 3) how these families are similar to or different from the 'typical American' family. Includes visits to Asian cultural institutions and with Asian families. Same as AAS 397 and HDFS 321.
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  • SOCW 400: Generalist SW Practice Methods

    4.00 Credits
    University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

    Foundation methods course that is a prerequisite for all advanced methods courses. Overview of generalist social work practice and intervention with individuals, groups, organizations and communities; introduction to core concepts, value base and ethical principles of the profession. Emphasis is given to the bio-ecological framework, person-in-environment and systems theory. Skills in developing beginning professional relationships are addressed via a skills lab component. Students begin the process of professional self-awareness to begin to identify how the personal values and beliefs they hold impact upon their interactions. Prerequisite: Admission to MSW program.
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  • SOCW 401: Practice I

    4.00 Credits
    University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

    Overview of generalist social work practice with individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities. Designed to introduce core concepts, values, and ethical principles of the profession as well as to provide basic skills, and knowledge related to generalist social work practice with a broad array of client systems. Emphasis is give to the biological-psychological-social-spiritual framework, person-in-environment, strengths perspective, and system theory. Skills in developing beginning professional relationships, which are characterized by mutuality, collaboration, empowerment, and client self determination within the problem-solving process are addressed. No graduate credit. Prerequisite: SOCW 200.
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  • SOCW 402: Practice II

    3.00 Credits
    University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

    Provides students with culturally responsive, micro-level skills development for working with and on behalf of individuals, families, and groups. Builds on the basic helping skills learned in SOCW 401 and offers further practice on interviewing skills, more emphasis on ethical decision-making, assessment, and intervention, evaluation applied to individuals, families, and groups. No graduate credit. Prerequisite: SOCW 401.
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  • SOCW 403: Practice III

    3.00 Credits
    University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

    Provides knowledge and skills about the theory and practice of planned change in communities and organizations using a generalist model of social work practice. Builds on the foundation knowledge and skills gained in SOCW 401 with emphasis on assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation skills for macro-level practice. No graduate credit. Prerequisite: SOCW 401.
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  • SOCW 410: Social Welfare Pol and Svcs

    3.00 - 4.00 Credits
    University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

    Examination of social welfare within a historical context, addressing the economic, political, social and ideological influences that have shaped the social welfare system and programs. Critical study of the income maintenance system in the United States as a response to the problems of inequality of opportunity and income, poverty, and income security; consideration of alternative approaches with discussion of the social worker's role in the system. 3 undergraduate hours. 4 graduate hours.
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  • SOCW 412: Hispanics in the U.S.

    3.00 - 4.00 Credits
    University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

    Hispanics constitute a growing population in the United States. The size and heterogeneity of Hispanics raises complex issues in crafting public policy and in designing and delivering social services. This course offers an extensive portrait of Hispanics in the United States. Students will explore questions and demographic characteristics, language and religious practices, education, criminal justice, neighborhood and economic restructuring, immigration, social service systems, and community action in the context of creating an effective public policy agenda. Same as LLS 412.
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  • SOCW 415: Social Services for the Aged

    3.00 - 4.00 Credits
    University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

    Focus on the aging process, special needs of older adults, and the role of social work in addressing these needs. All levels of social work intervention are considered, including direct work with older persons and their families, service delivery systems in local communities, and state and national policies. Special consideration is given to older women and older persons of color. 3 undergraduate hours. 4 graduate hours. Prerequisite: Admission to MSW program or consent of instructor.
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  • SOCW 418: Independent Study

    3.00 - 4.00 Credits
    University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

    Independent study of a topic of special interest in the field of social work. 3 undergraduate hours. 4 graduate hours. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
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