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School of Social Work
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MSW Foundation and Field Orientation |
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This course is a two-day seminar focused on introducing students to essential elements of the Master of Social Work Foundation curriculum and supporting services. Emphasis is placed on orienting the students to the concurrent field experiences and possible organization placements. |
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Human Behavior and the Social Environment |
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This course is an overview and application of systems theory. Assess the interactions among individuals and between individuals and social systems. Includes an integration of bio-psycho-social variables that affect human development and behavior. |
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Research Methods in Social Work |
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This course is the study of research methods (designs) and processes including assessing problems, analyzing and presenting data, and monitoring and evaluating intervention and services in social work practice. |
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Foundations of Generalist Practice |
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This course examines generalist social work practice utilizing the problem-solving model with focus on the knowledge, values and skills for working with micro and mezzo systems. An ecological perspective and systems view of practice is used. Intervention theories and practice skills are studied and applied to Individuals, families, and groups as the target areas of intervention. |
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Generalist Practice: Communities & Organizations |
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This course explores generalist social work practice utilizing the problem-solving model with focus on the knowledge, values and skills for working with organizations and communities. |
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Social Policy and Policy Practice |
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This course examines the development of social welfare polices and current policy structures, and policy practice, advocacy, analysis, and evaluation used in agency, community, and legislative settings. |
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| Title |
Topics in Social Work |
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Selected topics of concern to social work students and human service professionals. May be repeated to 6 credits. |
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Field Practicum I |
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This course is a required field experience for full MSW program students, under agency and departmental supervision. Opportunity to practice/integrate social work core competencies and practice behaviors (knowledge, value, and skills) obtained in class. |
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Field Practicum II |
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SW 591: Field Practicum I |
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This course is a required field experience for full MSW program students, under agency and departmental supervision. Opportunity to practice/integrate social work core competencies and practice behaviors (knowledge, value, and skills) obtained in class. |
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Field Supervision & Integrative Seminar I |
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This course is a seminar during Field Practicum I to promote integration of academic knowledge and field learning with a focus on professional and ethical issues. Must be concurrently enrolled in SW 591. The instructor will also be the primary liaison between the university and field setting. The instructor will coordinate and conduct site visits for the internship experience. |
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Field Supervision & Integrative Seminar II |
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SW 591 & SW 593 |
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This course is a seminar during Field Practicum II to promote integration of academic knowledge and field learning with a focus on professional and ethical issues. Must be concurrently enrolled in SW 592. The instructor will also be the primary liaison between the university and field setting. The instructor will coordinate and conduct site visits for the internship experience. |
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MSW Specialization & Field Orientation |
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This course is a two-day seminar focused on introducing students to essential elements of the Master of Social Work Specialization curriculums and supporting services. Emphasis is placed on orienting the students to the concurrent field experiences and possible organization placements. |
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Research and Program Evaluation |
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This course is an advanced study of evidence-based research methods and applications for social work practice. Emphasis is given to practical uses such as program evaluation design and techniques. |
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Advanced Social Policy |
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This course examines the history of social welfare policy, the policy development, analysis, and change process, as well as intersections with the judicial system. |
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Social Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Social Work Practice |
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This course explores identities and intersectionality in contemporary society. Issues of power and oppression will be examined as they relate to social, economic, and environmental justice. Strategies for creating a more inclusive and just society will be explored. |
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Multicultural Clinical Skills I |
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This course explores theories of clinical practice and their application. Emphasis will be on a strengths-based, multicultural approach and practice to individuals in clinical settings. |
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Multicultural Clinical Skills II |
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SW 630 |
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This course explores theories of clinical practice and their application. Emphasis will be on a strengths-based, multicultural approach and practice with couples, families, and groups in clinical settings. |
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Differential Diagnosis and Assessment |
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This course will explore common mental disorders and contemporary methods of assessment. Students in the course will develop differential diagnostic skills using the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders. The course will emphasize a multicultural, strengths-based, and person-in-the-environment approach. |
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Leadership in Human Service Organizations |
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This course will expose students to contemporary evidence-based management, supervision, and leadership theories in human service settings. |
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Community and Organizational Change |
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This course discusses advanced social work macro practice methods. A survey of theories and evidence-based interventions will be examined. |
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