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3.00 Credits
This course provides the student with a framework for examining the person as a bio-psycho-social-spiritual-cultural being and for studying the processes by which human development occurs throughout the life cycle. There will be an exploration of the dynamic interrelationships between biological, psychological, spiritual, and environmental factors that come into play when assessing individuals within a social framework. Content will utilize current research and empirically based theories to focus on the interactions of individuals, groups, society, and economic systems.
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4.00 Credits
This is the first course offered in the practice series and is designed to introduce students to the philosophy and characteristics of helping relationships within the generalist framework in Social Work. It introduces basic relationship building, communication, social work principles and values, critical thinking and problem solving skills for use with any client system (individual, family, group, organization, community), but has a primary focus on working with individuals within a social context. A one-day per week practicum experience runs concurrent with course work and offers an opportunity for students to begin understanding, evaluating, and assessing practice. Limited to Social Work majors or Instructor¿s consent. Prerequisites: SOWK 120 and SOWK 221.
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3.00 Credits
No course description available.
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3.00 Credits
This course will provide students with an understanding of the social and historical contexts and the mechanisms which perpetuate prejudice, discrimination, and inequality in the United States and globally. This course prepares students to contemplate issues of advocacy in efforts to promote human rights, social justice, and economic justice with individuals, social systems, and structures. Topics will include race, gender, class, culture, religion, disabilities, sexual orientation, and other areas of marginalization. Prerequisite: IDCR 151. Cross-listed with SOAN 356. Meets General Education Pluralism requirement.
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4.00 Credits
This course is the second offered in the practice series and will begin to develop specific helping skills for generalist Social Work practice. Topics will include the problem-solving model, and will develop interviewing, assessment, treatment planning and evaluation skills. Family developmental issues will be addressed. A primary focus of this course will be the development of a knowledge base and the skills necessary to provide Social Work intervention with families at risk. A one-day per week practicum experience runs concurrent with course work. Limited to Social Work majors or Instructor¿s consent. Prerequisite: SOWK 250.
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3.00 Credits
This is the third class in a series of practice courses in Social Work. The course examines the dynamics of the small group. Various theoretical conceptualizations of the role of the Social Worker in the group are discussed. Concepts such as group dynamics, norms, and roles are examined. Group leadership skills for planning, facilitating, and evaluating groups will be developed and practiced. Content will include identifying and implementing group related empirically based interventions and services designed to achieve client and community goals. There is also a focus on the interplay between Social Work and community groups. Limited to Social Work majors or Instructor¿s consent. Prerequisite: SOWK 360.
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3.00 Credits
Provides the opportunity for the program to offer courses of major interest not covered by other required courses.
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3.00 Credits
This course explores the philosophy, concepts, principles, and methods of empirical research in Social Work. Characteristic stages and formats of social research are reviewed, with the primary aim of developing beginning competence in the critical assessment of published research and the use of research methods in the field of Social Work. Emphasis will be on the development of an understanding of a scientific, analytic, and ethical approach to building knowledge for practice. Both quantitative and qualitative methods will be presented. There will also be a focus on developing a student¿s ability to use research methods for the purposes of evaluation in Social Work practice, programs, and policies. This course should be taken in the junior or senior year.
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3.00 Credits
This course will introduce students to the arena of social policy and to the sociopolitical environment in which policy takes place. Students will develop a capacity to examine and critically analyze social welfare policy within historical and societal contexts. Selected areas of policy will be examined using theoretical and analytical principles. The course will focus on the implementation of advocacy strategies to combat discrimination, to promote social and economic justice, and will empower students to be agents of social change in the United States and abroad. Cross-listed with SOAN 420.
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3.00 Credits
This course is the fourth class offered in the practice series and is an integral part of generalist social work practice. It is designed to develop the skills and abilities of students to practice macro social work. The primary focus will be on the interrelationships between the environment, agency structures and general service delivery systems. Students will develop specific community organizing and networking skills. A strong component of this course will focus on program evaluation and community assessment and intervention. Limited to Social Work Majors or Instructor¿s consent. Prerequisite: SOWK 360.
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