25 courses with the subject MSW, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
MSW 600History and Philosophy of Social Work and Social Welfare (3 cr.)
In tracing their corresponding historical trajectories, this course examines the assumptions, values, and events that have shaped social welfare policy in the United States and the profession of social work. Social work values, principles, and ethics are grounded in the social, economic, political, and cultural contexts from which they evolved. Social welfare policy is examined within its historical context with particular attention given to the legacies of poverty, racism, sexism, and heterosexism.
MSW 601History and Philosophy of Social Work Advanced Standing Student Orientation (0 cr.)
This zero credit course briefly examines the assumptions, values, and events that have shaped the profession of social work. Social workers must have a solid understanding of the unique approaches that set the profession apart from others. This self-paced orientation is designed to provide Advanced Standing students with a brief overview of the social work profession prior to enrollment in clinical social work classes.
MSW 665Spiritual Diversity in Clinical Practice (3 cr.)
This course provides a framework to promote culturally competent, ethical, and spiritually-sensitive practice that recognizes diverse expressions of spirituality. The spiritually-sensitive approach affirms a multitude of expressions of religion and spirituality, including the formal and informal ways that we find purpose and meaning in life. The course explores the ways in which religious and spiritual identities impact all dimensions of biopsychosocial identity. Students will explore implications for clinical treatment, including assessment, trauma-informed intervention, and collaborative practice with spiritual support systems. Consideration regarding the impact of spiritual and religious systems in relation to diversity (e.g. by gender, social class, ethnicity and culture, and sexual orientation) will be included.
