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  • SWK 241: Marriage and Family Systems

    3.00 Credits
    Gwynedd Mercy University

    This course will explore socio-cultural aspects of families and how they are shaped by ethnicity, sexual orientation, income, and education. Family types will be viewed through the life cycle model and will explore a variety of family forms including two-parent, single-parent, adoptive, divorced, same-sex, remarried, and step-families. Social work models of family intervention as well as family therapy techniques will be discussed and practiced in role-play sessions. Pre-requisite: SOC100 & PSY100
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  • SWK 299: Special Topics in Social Work

    3.00 Credits
    Gwynedd Mercy University

    This course provides students the opportunity to explore topics selected by the instructor. The course may be repeated if the topic changes.
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  • SWK 301: Generalist Social Work Practice

    3.00 Credits
    Gwynedd Mercy University

    Principles and methods of practice in all areas of social work will be explored including techniques in casework, group work, community organization, planning and administration. Students will practice social work techniques through case studies and role play throughout the course. Various guest speakers from a variety of social work agencies will present their work and also a case study for students to develop a treatment plan. There is a service-learning component to this course that will introduce students to a social work area of interest. Pre-requisite: SWK201
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  • SWK 304: Social Work Policy & Administration

    3.00 Credits
    Gwynedd Mercy University

    This course surveys the history of social welfare policy, services and the social work profession. It will explore how current political, economic, social and technological trends contribute to the publics? response and demand for services. Students will learn and explore the micro challenges and consequences of major changes in macro social policies and everyday social work practice. The student response to these trends is the design of their human service agency to meet the demands while enhancing their sensitivity to the micro-level needs of the people who are in need of services. There will is an emphasis on the diversity of any population and the need to be inclusive in any service delivery organization. Organizational theories will be introduced that have proven effective in human service organizations. Students will also become familiar with employment regulations, state and government regulations, and team building. Areas of study will include strategic planning, goal setting, agency and individual evaluation, program outcomes, leadership, conflict resolution, and general fiscal management. Pre-requisite: SWK201
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  • SWK 305: Mental Health Practice

    3.00 Credits
    Gwynedd Mercy University

    Utilizing the strengths model of social work practice, this class will address common mental health diagnosis and their evidence based treatment models. Utilizing the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders IV (DSM V), students will learn diagnostic categories and how to accurately diagnose various mental health issues. Students will understand the long-term ramifications of having a diagnosis and will learn that the diagnosis is only the starting point for developing a positive and measurable treatment plan. Various modes and settings of psychotherapy will be discussed as well as the use of psychotropic medications and the importance of working in multi-disciplinary teams. Pre-requisite: SOC100, PSY100, & SWK201
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  • SWK 400: Social Work Research Methods

    3.00 Credits
    Gwynedd Mercy University

    A critical examination of research methods found in both quantitative and qualitative methods of research in social work. Foundations of research, including research design, ethics, conceptualization, measurement and the logic of sampling, leading to the creation of a proposal for original research by the student. Outside exercises also familiarize students with different research methods, techniques of observation and the reading and evaluation of published research. This course will emphasize the use of research in social work practice and understanding the use of evidence-based methods in social work practice. Pre-requisite: PSY111 and SWK301
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  • SWK 4000: Social Work Capstone

    3.00 Credits
    Gwynedd Mercy University

    The mission of the Bachelor of Social Work degree program is to develop professionals who are competent in the skills and knowledge necessary for work in the various fields of social work. This capstone class is designed as a way for students to demonstrate social work skills, develop an e-portfolio of their work, and contribute to the community through a service project. Through writings, role plays, lectures, e-portfolio development, and a service project, students will demonstrate their mastery of the program goals of the social work degree program. Pre-requisite: Senior-level social work students only.
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  • SWK 435: Social Work Field Placement I

    5.00 Credits
    Gwynedd Mercy University

    After consultation with Director of Field Placements advanced students will be provided direct experience in selected supervised settings in social work agencies and programs. The field placement aims to provide a service to the community and enable the student to acquire the skills, experience, and knowledge necessary for the choice of a career. (Senior level social work students only by permission of the field director). Co-requisite: SWK445
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  • SWK 436: Social Work Field Placement II

    5.00 Credits
    Gwynedd Mercy University

    This course is a continuation of SWK 4xx. After consultation with Director of Field Placements advanced students will be provided direct experience in selected supervised settings in social work agencies and programs. The field placement aims to provide a service to the community and enable the student to acquire the skills, experience, and knowledge necessary for the choice of a career (Senior level social work students only by permission of the field director). Co-requisite: SWK446
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  • SWK 445: Field Placement Seminar I

    1.00 Credits
    Gwynedd Mercy University

    After consultation with Director of Field Education, advanced students will be provided direct experience in selected supervised settings in social work agencies and programs. The field placement aims to provide a service to the community and enable the student to acquire the skills, experience, and knowledge necessary for the choice of a career. Co-requisite: SWK435
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