SOCW - Social Work

Emphasizes conducting and applying statistical analyses with real-world social science data. Students will utilize a statistical software package commonly used by social scientists to conduct and interpret descriptive and inferential statistics. Students completing the course will acquire the skills necessary to both conduct and interpret statistical analyses in social science settings. Pre-requisite: Math 1304 or higher.

An introduction to the profession of Social Work and the institution of social welfare. Emphasis is on common human needs and problems, the development and functioning of social welfare as an institution of society, and the values, practice methods, and occupational settings of the Social Work profession. (Same as SOCI 2311)

This course and its sequel, SOCW 2314, examine those interacting systems which influence human behavior: individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities. This course also examines systems theory, diversity, and their implications for Social Work practice. Prerequisites: SOCW 2311 or consent of the instructor. Fall only.

An overview of problems encountered by children and their families with an emphasis on community services designed to alleviate those problems. (Same as SOCI 2313)

This course examines those interacting systems which influence human behavior: individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities. This course also examines systems theory, the ecological approach, and diversity as they relate to the family's development across the life span. Individuals are studied within familial and social environments at each stage of family life. Prerequisites: SOCW 2311 or consent of the instructor. Spring only.

This course initiates the practical preparation of students for beginning level professional practice. Generalist practice will be introduced, using an emphasis on the holistic view of human services and the ecological/systems theory of practice. Problem solving emphasis will be placed on individuals and families. Not available to non-majors. Prerequisites: Social Work major; ENGL 1321 and 1322; credit or concurrent enrollment in PSYC 3315 and SOCW 2312.

An examination of the policy making process. Current social issues, programs, and public policy issues will be explored. Intervention techniques aimed at influencing and changing social welfare and public policy will also be examined. Prerequisites: SOCW/SOCI 2311. Spring only.

This course continues the practical preparation of the student for beginning level professional practice as begun in SOCW 3311. Generalist practice will continue to be presented using an emphasis on the holistic view of human services and the ecological/systems theory of practice. Problem-solving emphasis will be placed on groups, communities, and organizations. Not available to non-majors. Prerequisites: Social Work major; SOCW 3311. Spring only.

This course provides the opportunity to understand how diversity characterizes and explores the dimensions through the intersections of multiple factors that shape human experiences including age, class, color, culture, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, and religion. Topics will provide the opportunity to begin the process to eliminate the influence of personal biases and values in working with diverse groups; as well as recognize and communicate the importance of understanding how differences shape life experiences. Prerequisite: Sophomore standing or above (same as SOCI 3325)

This course serves as an introduction to the concept and principles of case management and the core functions of case management practice in a range of settings. The case management process is traced from intake to termination, with in-depth attention given to the following areas: assessment, planning, implementation, monitoring, recording, and evaluating. Emphasis is given to the responsibilities and skills of an effective case-manager. The context in which the case management occurs is reviewed and organizational, legal, and ethical issues confronting the case manager are addressed.

Selected topics in Social Work. The topic will be announced prior to registration. May be repeated for credit whenever content varies.

Students majoring in Social Work must complete the program's achievement examination prior to graduation.

This course is designed to meet individual needs and interests in Social Work. It may be repeated for credit when the subject studied is changed.

Selected topics in Social Work. The topic will be announced prior to registration. May be repeated for credit whenever content varies.

This course is designed to meet individual needs and interests in Social Work. It may be repeated for credit when the subject studied is changed.

Selected topics in Social Work. The topic will be announced prior to registration. May be repeated for credit whenever content varies.

This course continues the study of the generalist method of Social Work practice. Emphasis will be on the integration of the various components of the baccalaureate Social Work education sequence including social work foundations, liberal arts, values, special populations, human behavior, policy research, practice, and field experience. Prerequisites: SOCW 3313, 3314, 3315, 4312, and 4411. Corequisite: SOCW 4412. Spring only.

4312 Social Work Research I An emphasis on scientific methods for building a knowledge base for Social Work practice and for use in evaluation of practice. Included will be research methodologies and designs for the systematic evaluation of Social Work practice and program evaluation. Prerequisite: Junior standing. Fall only.

A course designed to acquaint the student with the normal aging process, as well as with the social and psychological problems related to that process. Intervention techniques are emphasized. Prerequisite: SOCI 1311. (Same as SOCI 4313)

An introduction to the sociological and psychological aspects of death and dying within the American cultural milieu. Emphasis is on self-awareness regarding attitudes about death and on therapeutic intervention. Prerequisite: Sophomore standing or above. (Same as SOCI 4315)

This course is the third component in the practical preparation of the student for beginning level professional practice. Generalist practice will continue to be presented using an emphasis on the holistic view of human services and the ecological/systems theory of practice. Problem-solving emphasis will be placed on communities and organizations. Not available to non-majors. Prerequisite: Social Work major; SOCW 3311 and SOCW 3314. Fall only.

Building on the content of SOCW 4312 Social Work Research I, this course is designed to enable students to apply the principles of creating, testing, and applying the scientific method to social work practice to include the development of theoretical perspectives, formulation of testable research hypotheses, execution of a research design, measurement, data collection, analysis of results, computerization, drawing conclusions, applications for use in social work practice, and the communication of the findings to a broader audience. Prerequisite: SOCW 4312. Spring only.

This course is designed to meet individual needs and interests in Social Work. It may be repeated for credit when the subject studied is changed.

Selected topics in Social Work. The topic will be announced prior to registration. May be repeated for credit whenever content varies.

Supervised Social Work experience in a local social service agency. Requires a minimum of 225 clock hours in the agency plus a weekly on-campus seminar. The practicum should help the student integrate academic knowledge and practice skills to meet the needs of clients. Successful completion of the practicum requires a grade of "C" or above. Not available to non-majors. Prerequisites: SOCW 3311, 3313, 3314, and 3315. Corequisite: SOCW 4316. Fall only.

A continuation of supervised Social Work practice in a local social service agency within creasing responsibility and case involvement. Requires a minimum of 225 clock hours in the agency plus a weekly on-campus seminar. The practicum should help the student to continue to integrate academic knowledge and practice skills to meet the needs of clients and to deepen understanding of group, community, and organization functioning. Successful completion of the practicum requires a grade of "C" or above. Not available to non-majors. Prerequisite: SOCW 4411. Corequisite: SOCW 4311. Spring only.

This course is designed to meet individual needs and interests in Social Work. It may be repeated for credit when the subject studied is changed.

Selected topics in Social Work. The topic will be announced prior to registration. May be repeated for credit whenever content varies.

Supervised Social Work experience in a local social service agency. Requires a minimum of 225 clock hours in the agency plus a weekly on-campus seminar. The practicum should help the student integrate academic knowledge and practice skills to meet the needs of clients. Successful completion of the practicum requires a grade of "C" or above. Not available to non-majors. Prerequisites: SOCW 3311, 3313, 3314, and 3315. Corequisite: SOCW 4316. Fall only.

A continuation of supervised Social Work practice in a local social service agency within creasing responsibility and case involvement. Requires a minimum of 225 clock hours in the agency plus a weekly on-campus seminar. The practicum should help the student to continue to integrate academic knowledge and practice skills to meet the needs of clients and to deepen understanding of group, community, and organization functioning. Successful completion of the practicum requires a grade of "C" or above. Not available to non-majors. Prerequisite: SOCW 4411. Corequisite: SOCW 4311. Spring only.