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601. Human Behavior and Social Environment
I. (3 hrs.)
Introduction to physiological,
cognitive, intellectual, and emotional development
of individuals, analysis of theoretical explanations
of personality.
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602.
Human Behavior and Social Environment II.
(3 hrs.)
"This course examines the dynamics of oppression and the relationship of social justice considerations to the profession of social work and to changing the environment(s) in which people struggle to meet their needs and exercise their human rights. Emphasis is on the United States, with some attention to international issues. " |
605.
Social Welfare Policy.(3
hrs.)
History of social work
and social welfare, values which influence policy;
formation of policy and macro policy analysis.
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608. Social Work Gereralist Practice I. (3 hrs.)
Systemic and problem-solving approaches to social work practice with individuals, families, organizations, communities, and groups; integrative framework for
Knowledge, values and skills. |
609.
Social Work Generalist Practice II .(3
hrs.)
Prerequisite: SWK 608.
Differential practice roles and communication processes,
resource development, linkage, and utilization.
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610.
Theoretical Bases for Social Work Practice. (3
hrs.)
Examination of
major theories contributing to current social work practice.
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617.
Social Work Research. (3
hrs.)
Introduction
to the foundations of knowledge building through a
careful analysis of philosophical premises and examination
of new approaches to the scientific method. Covers
research designs and other fundamental issues, which
have bearing on knowledge development in social work.
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634.
Social Work Practice in a Diverse Society. (3
hrs.)
Comparative cross-cultural
theories and concepts related to ethnic-minority groups
and alternative life styles. |
641.
Field Education I. (3
hrs.)
The first practicum
is designed to integrate and enhance values, knowledge,
and skills at the foundation level with micro, mezzo,
and macro experiences. Includes integrative seminar.
A grade of B or better must be earned for this course.
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642.
Field Education II. (3
hrs.)
Prerequisite: SWK 641.
The second practicum is designed to build on the integration
and enhancement of values, knowledge, and skills developed
in SWK 641, completing the foundation level of micro,
mezzo, and macro experiences. Includes integrative
seminar. A grade of B or better must be earned for
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After completing the first 30hrs of foundation courses
listed above, students must take a Comprehensive Exam
demonstrating the knowledge they have attained in the
classroom and in their field education. Students who
do not pass the Comprehensive Exam are not allowed to
enroll in the below listed advanced courses. Student
options at this point are to enroll in social work electives,
re-take foundation level courses, or sit out thee following
semester. The Comprehensive Exam and Exam Re-Takes are
given near the end of the semester in which a student
is completing their first 30 hours of coursework.
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635. Social Service Management and Supervision . (3
hrs.)
Survey of principal management functions in
a systems context; practice applications of key concepts
such as leadership and organizational communication.
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653.
Mental Health Assessment. (3
hrs.)
Individual and family pathology and diagnostic criteria,
DSM-IV-TR and the Person in the Environment (PIE)
methods of assessment. |
658.
Advanced Interventive Methods. (3
hrs.)
Co requisite: SWK 673. Social work intervention
focused on cognition, affect, and behavior with individuals,
families and groups. This course is integrated with
field seminar SWK 673. |
666.
Community Development and Social Planning. (3
hrs.)
Theories and techniques of community development and
planning with special attention to practice needs
and proposal writing. |
673.
Field Education III. (3-6
hrs.)
Prerequisites: SWK 641, 642; a minimum B average
in all social work courses. Co requisite SWK 658.
The third practicum is designed to build an advanced
level integrated field experience on the prior learning
in SWK 641 and 642. This practicum provides students
with the opportunity to work with micro, mezzo, and
macro systems. |
674.
Social Work Practice with Families. (3
hrs.)
Theories, intervention skills, policy issues related
to families and the social service delivery system.
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696.
Social Work Practice with Groups. (3
hrs.)
Design of preventive, developmental and remedial group
services for at risk populations. |
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578. Specialized Studies in Developmental Disabilities.
(1-6 hrs.)
The study and skill acquisition in the area of developmental
disabilities. Topics vary.
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675.
Social Work Practice with Persons in Middle and Late
Life. (3 hrs.)
Psychosocial variables at critical life transition
points and intervention skills with individuals, families,
groups, communities and organizations. |
677.
Social Work Practice with Children and Adolescents.
(3 hrs.)
Practice concepts, theories and skills for work with
specific social adjustment problems utilizing a systems
framework. |
688.
Medical Aspects of Developmental Disabilities. (3
hrs.)
Medical conditions, diagnostic tests, and other health
care issues relevant to individuals with developmental
disabilities. |
692.
Special Problems. (1-6 hrs.)
Study of a problem in order to develop knowledge in
an area of student interest. Approved study plan, paper
and/or project required. Topics vary each semester.
Areas of study offered: Spirituality, Grief & Bereavement,
Addictions, 1 st Nation and Indigenous Persons, Child
and Family Welfare Services, Groups, PTSD. |
695.
Social Work Practice in Jamaica. (4
hrs.)
This two-week course provides a cross-cultural experience
in which students will learn about Jamaican culture,
social development, and social welfare. Students explore
issues related to social justice, social development,
and social welfare, along with the service delivery
approaches that are being used to address the social
needs of Jamaicans. Students will visit Jamaican social
service agencies in many of the traditional fields
of social work practice: family and children, health,
mental health, education, disabilities, and corrections.
This course is provided during the intersession between
spring and summer semester. |
698.
Families of the Developmentally Disabled. (3
hrs.)
Interdisciplinary approach to the study of families
of the developmentally disabled. |
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