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Course Criteria
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1.00 - 6.00 Credits
Advanced students with good scholastic records may elect to pursue independently the study of some topic having special interest for them. Topics are chosen and arrangements are made to suit the needs of each particular student. May be repeated for credit. Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: Approval of chairperson of department. Credits: 1 to 6 hours
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3.00 Credits
This course provides a fundamental image of the subject matter with the profession of social work. It takes a look at the broadest units of consensus within the profession and differentiates one broad topic from another. It identifies exemplars, theories, and methods of practice in a way that newcomers to the profession can comprehend. Credits: 3 hours
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3.00 Credits
This course introduces students to the social work profession: its code of ethics, value base, and commitment to social justice. The course examines the evolution of social work as a profession, acquaints students with contemporary social work roles and fields of practice, and examines the profession's responsibilities in the delivery of social work services to minority and majority groups in the public and private sectors. Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: Completion of a minimum of 25 credit hours. Corequisite: SWRK 3000. Credits: 3 hours
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3.00 Credits
This course analyzes social welfare as a response to social problems and human needs. It examines the social, economic, political, and philosophical forces that have led to the historic development and institutionalization of social welfare. It encourages students to develop a critical perspective on social welfare policies and programs and stresses an understanding of the impact of age, race, gender, sexual orientation, and social class upon social policy and service delivery. Corequisite: SWRK 2100. Credits: 3 hours
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3.00 Credits
This course seeks to provide students with professional interviewing skills, and enhanced understanding of verbal and non-verbal communication, listening skills, and an awareness and understanding of diverse issues related to the interviewing process. Students will develop beginning proficiency as generalist social work practitioners when interviewing clients and other professionals who may work in an interdisciplinary setting. Various approaches to practice will be introduced including observation and rapport development within the context of strengths-based social work practice. Students will begin to develop knowledge and proficiency in how to translate interview information into a written format. Professional documentation and recording skills will also be developed. Students are expected to demonstrate increased insight into their own behaviors, values, beliefs, and attitudes as they relate to professional social work practice. Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: SWRK 2100 and COM 1040. Corequisite: SWRK 3330. Credits: 3 hours
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3.00 Credits
This course focuses upon ethnic/racial groups who are among social welfare consumers and social work clientele. Individual and institutional racism are examined. Racial/cultural characteristics and group strengths, needs, priorities, and experiences in the context of social welfare and social work are also explored. The course reviews implications of ethnic factors for social work practice, social policy, and social work education. Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: SOC 2000. Corequisite: SWRK 3200. Credits: 3 hours
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3.00 Credits
Human growth and behavior are studied across the life span and as social/cultural phenomena that are conditioned by economic, historical, political, geographic, and racial/ethnic diversity. Thus, human development and behavior are inseparable from the social context which affect and are affected by them and which condition their meanings. This course also examines the complex interplay between social, cultural, biological, and psychological systems and pays close attention to diversity in the human experience and to the factors and settings that create diversity. Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: SWRK 2100, OT 2000, PSY 1000, SOC 2000, and completion of 55 credit hours. Corequisite: SOC 2830. Credits: 3 hours
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3.00 Credits
This course provides the student with an understanding of human behavior related to small group process, formal organizations, and community dynamics. Students are introduced to selected systems concepts. The interplay of various forces which affect the development of social groups, communities, and organizations, and the effects of these interdependent systems on the client system are examined. The impact of race, sex, and age is considered in relation to groups, organizations, and communities. Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: SWRK 3500 and department admission to the Social Work undergraduate program. Corequisite: SWRK 3650. Credits: 3 hours
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3.00 Credits
This course is designed to increase students' knowledge of research as a tool for social work practice. Students will acquire the basic skill and knowledge to utilize existing social research for practice-related decision-making as well as the capacity to carry out systematic methods of inquiry in their practice setting. The implementation of these research skills will enhance service delivery and contribute to the knowledge base of the profession. The course also emphasizes program evaluation in human service organizations and offers the opportunity to integrate the content learned through experiential practice examples and applications in social work. Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: Admission to the Social Work undergraduate program and ENGL 1050. Corequisites: SWRK 3510 and 4000. Credits: 3 hours
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3.00 Credits
This is the first of three practice courses. Students are prepared for the beginning phase of the helping process and develop interviewing, listening, relationship building, and assessment skills. The problem solving model is presented with an emphasis on systems theory and the ecological perspective. Students learn about generalist social work practice and problems in working with individuals, families, and groups, including how to obtain, organize, and assess information. Students proceed to determine priorities for contracting and goal setting in preparation for the intervention phase. Students study the practice implications of gender, race, and other aspects of diversity. Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: ENGL 1050, SWRK 3500. Corequisites: SWRK 3510 and 3650. Credits: 3 hours
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