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3.00 Credits
This course is designed to teach students basic research skills so they can develop an appreciation of the significance of research in generalist social work practice. The scientific method, as well as its alternatives, are explored with specific relevance to social work and social welfare issues. As such, quantitative and qualitative research strategies are addressed. Ethical behavior and the protection of research participants are examined. Varying approaches to practice evaluation are emphasized by means of a final assignment that requires the student to develop and present his/her own practice evaluation plan for implementation in the field setting. This course is only open to students majoring in social work. Pre- or co-requisite: CS 140/1110. Corequisite: SOW 3240. 4 credits. F, W
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1.00 Credits
This is the first in a sequence of three courses designed to prepare students for generalist social work practice with diverse client systems of all sizes, including the individual, the family, the small group, the organization and the community. Students are exposed to the broad theoretical base for generalist social work, to various fields of practice, and they explore a range of social work roles within the generalist framework. The planned change process is also introduced as the systematic intervention approach utilized by generalist social work practitioners and the requisite skills for its implementation are covered. A one-credit skills lab is also attached to this course. This course is only open to students majoring in social work. 4 credits. F
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1.00 Credits
This course focuses on knowledge and skills related to interviewing, assessment, planning, contracting, goal-setting, ending and transitioning across client systems such as individuals, families, groups and communities. A multi-contextual (dimensional) framework is used to examine a wide range of factors (age, class, color, culture, disability, ethnicity, family structure, gender, marital status, etc.) that not only differentially influence behavior, but also contribute to increased understanding of the unique ways in which people and communities respond to life crises. Appropriate research-based knowledge is considered in relation to the content, process and outcomes of practice. A one-credit practicum allowing students to test out classroom learning in the context of a social agency accompanies this course. This course is only open to students majoring in social work. Prerequisite: SOW 3220. 4 credits. S
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1.00 Credits
This is the third in a sequence of three courses designed to introduce the student to those skills and techniques of the planned change process required for effective functioning as a generalist social worker with client systems of all sizes. Consistent with the profession's commitment to social justice, this course pays specific attention to macro practice and the skill set required to work effectively with communities and organizations to reduce the environmental obstacles that may impede on the achievement of goals. Effective strategies for cause advocacy are also examined. This course teaches, refines and integrates practice skills needed to assess and intervene in situations involving a range of systems and a diversity of human groups. The final phases of the planned changed process (i.e., implementation, evaluation, termination and followup) are studied in theoretical and practical application. A fourth credit is satisfied through a onehour weekly online "skills lab" which has beendesigned to complement and support an in-class experiential skills component. This course is only open to students majoring in social work. Prerequisite: SOW 3230. Corequisite: SOW 3610. 4 credits. F
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3.00 Credits
This course looks at risks and vulnerabilities as well as coping abilities and protective factors among a range of abused populations. Psychological trauma and the stages of recovery are examined. Methods of helping abused people are considered. Social policy and governmental responses to the plight of victims are also covered. Factors contributing to abuse such as racism, classism and homophobia are analyzed. Open to all students for elective credit. 3 credits. FS
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4.00 Credits
This course will look at the risk factors and vulnerabilities as well as the coping strategies and protective factors found in populations of people who have experienced violence and/or trauma. The history of psychological trauma and the stages of recovery will be examined. Various theories from psychology, sociology, criminology and social work will be reviewed in regard to the causes, responses and historical context of violence, trauma and abuse. Several methods of helping people who have experienced violence, trauma and/or abuse will be presented. Social policy and governmental responses to the plights of victims will also be covered. Topics will include natural disasters, terrorism, child abuse, domestic violence and elder abuse. Factors such as racism, classism, ethnocentricism and homophobia that contribute to violence, trauma and/or abuse will also be explored. Students completing this course will be eligible to apply for a Certificate of Completion for the NYS Coursework /Training in the Identification & Reporting of Child Abuse & Maltreatment. Open to all students for elective credit. 4 credits. F, S, SU
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3.00 Credits
This course is the first half of a yearlong course in which the student will acquire supervised classroom instruction emphasizing development of generalist social work practice skills. The course content is directly tied to the 200-hour field practicum that students are required to complete during the semester. It will build upon, develop and further refine the principles, theories and methods of evaluation of generalist practice in the field setting. Particular attention is given to a review and deepening of the skills of effective communication and the differential use of these skills with people from diverse backgrounds. This course is open only to students majoring in social work. Corequisite: SOW 3240. 4 credits. F
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3.00 Credits
This is the second half of a yearlong course in which the student will acquire supervised classroom instruction in the development of the skills of generalist social work practice. The course content is directly tied to the 200-hour field practicum the student is required to complete during the semester. It will continue to build upon, develop and further the understanding of principles, theories and evaluation of generalist practice as they arise for the student in the field setting. Students are also guided in the selection of a case for presentation at the "Senior Capstone Conference." This course isonly open to students majoring in social work. Corequisite: SOW 4910. 4 credits. S
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3.00 Credits
The Senior Seminar is the capstone course for social work majors. It has three purposes: 1. To facilitate students' understanding and exploration of ethical issues and dilemmas that confront social workers in practice with clients, colleagues, supervisors, agencies and communities. A model for ethical decision-making is presented and applied. Students consider how gender, racial and/or ethnic background, sexual orientation and physical and/or mental disability influence value systems and impact ethical decision-making in practice. 2. To provide a locus for oversight and coordination of the Senior Capstone Conference including the individualized mentoring of students in the development and preparation of the capstone presentation. The course's instructor will act as mentor for the preparation process. Individual meetings with the mentor constitute the fourth credit of this course. 3. To prepare students for entry into the profession through the development of a professional social work portfolio. This course is open only to students majoring in social work. Corequisite: SOW 3620. Students have generally completed all other courses in the major. 4 credits. S
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3.00 Credits
Electives dealing with topics and issues of current interest to social workers as well as with emerging fields of practice may be developed in response to students' needs and interests. Open to all students for elective credit. 3 credits. N
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