32 courses with the subject SWK, 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.
SWK 101Introduction to Social Work3
This course is an introduction to the profession of social work through an examination of the philosophical, societal, and organizational contexts within which professional social work activities are practiced. Students may explore their interests in and potential for a career in social work through this introduction of the knowledge, skills, values, and beliefs of the social work profession and by exploring the role of social workers within a variety of settings. Grounded in a social work perspective that includes a strength-based approach, this course will enhance a student’s cognitive and self-assessment skills to assist students in assessing the congruence between their own values and those of the profession. Spring
Course provides a foundation for ethical behavior and ethical decision-making in the helping professions. Various ethical codes, including APA and NASW, will be reviewed and integrated into a framework for practice with individuals, families, groups, communities and large organizations. Fall and Spring, 5-week online format
Introduction to the field of social work and the social welfare system in the United States. Focuses on the historical and philosophical antecedents of present day social welfare programs and the development of social work as a profession.
A systems approach to the study and assessment of contemporary social welfare programs. Focuses on the interplay of social, political and economic forces that influence the planning and implementation of social welfare services.
Development of skills for helping professionals in direct work with individual clients, groups, and others. Listening for emotions, monitoring one’s own reactions and responses, building group leadership skills, and developing relationships that foster constructive change.
This course presents the development of trauma theory and resiliency perspectives within the field of social work. The approach to the provision of social work practice to address Post Traumatic and other traumatic sequelae of clients is based upon most current principles of trauma theory. This course is an introduction to these concepts and is not intended to be used as a treatment course.
SWK 350Human Behavior and the Social Environment I3
A life-cycle course sequence exploring the bio-psycho-social-cultural determinants of human behavior from an ecological/systems perspective. Emphasis is placed on the adaptive capacity of humans in interaction with their physical and social environments. SWK 350 examines conception through adolescence and SWK 351 young adulthood through old age.
SWK 351Human Behavior and the Social Environment II3
A life-cycle course sequence exploring the bio-psycho-social-cultural determinants of human behavior from an ecological/systems perspective. Emphasis is placed on the adaptive capacity of humans in interaction with their physical and social environments. SWK 350 examines conception through adolescence and SWK 351 young adulthood through old age.
A life cycle course exploring the bio-psycho-social-cultural determinants of human behavior from an ecological/systems perspective. Emphasis is placed on the adaptive capacity of humans in interaction with their physical and social environments.
Overview of the emerging sexual self from early childhood through adolescence. Examination of one’s own sexual values and their relationship to acceptance of diversified sexual behaviors and lifestyles. Previously offered as CWS 355. (On demand)
SWK 356Developing Cultural Competence with Children and Families3
Examination of issues involved in working with children and families from diverse cultural, ethnic, and language groups. Emphasis on awareness and understanding of one’s own cultural background, values, and beliefs, and their implications for developing intercultural effectiveness while working with others. Previously offered as CWS 356. Spring
Introduction to the policies and services that comprise the child welfare system in the community. Examination of supportive and substitute services, worker roles and activities, and service effectiveness. Previously offered as CWS 363. Fall
Skills in social work assessment and intervention with micro-mezzo-macro systems. The generalist perspective and theoretical underpinnings of systems intervention will be developed and applied in the context of generalist social work practice.
Skills in social work assessment and intervention with micro-mezzo-macro systems. The generalist perspective and theoretical underpinnings of systems intervention will be developed and applied in the context of generalist social work practice.
Students engage in experiential learning at a community agency, completing 200 hours in one semester. Students are supervised by qualified agency personnel and a member of the social work faculty. This course exists within a collaborative learning framework composed of SWK 371 and SWK 472 Field Instruction Seminar . Social Work Majors only.
A practice-oriented course for students who intend to work in a protective service role and/or in settings that necessitate an understanding of child maltreatment. Abuse and neglect causes, legal sanctions for intervention, treatment approaches, case planning, and service. Previously offered as CWS 392. Spring
Examination of the laws that child welfare workers rely on to promote the rights of families and children. State and local laws that provide services to families and children, legal resources for offenders, child welfare service provision in specific areas, e.g., adoption. Previously offered as CWS 393.
Assessment, case planning, and the provision of services in foster care, in residential facilities and for child adoption. Previously offered as CWS 395A.
Also offered as SOC 232 . Quantitative and qualitative research methodology, and appreciation of the scientific method as applied to the behavioral sciences and social work. The language of science, concepts, propositions, models, hypotheses and empirical laws. Analysis of concepts of the experimental, correlational and case study methods. Critical reading of research; introduction to research activities; and evaluation of interventive efforts. Previously offered as SWK 232
Skills in social work assessment and intervention with micro-mezzo-macro systems. The generalist perspective and theoretical underpinnings of systems intervention will be developed and applied in the context of generalist social work practice.
Weekly seminar for students involved in field instruction; for duration of field placement. Integration of theoretical knowledge with practical field experiences. Student case materials and experiences discussed. Social work majors only
Weekly seminar for students involved in field instruction; for duration of field placement. Integration of theoretical knowledge with practical field experiences. Student case materials and experiences discussed.
Weekly seminar for students involved in field instruction; for duration of field placement. Integration of theoretical knowledge with practical field experiences. Student case materials and experiences discussed.
Students engage in experiential learning at a community agency, including direct client contact, completing 200 hours in one semester. Students are supervised by qualified agency personnel and a member of the social work faculty. This course exists within a collaborative learning framework composed of SWK 475 and SWK 473 Field Instruction Seminar . Social Work majors only.
This final semester of field instruction, composed of 200 hours, provides a culminating experience reflecting professional social work practice. Students are supervised by qualified agency personnel and a faculty member. This course is taken simultaneously with SWK 474 Field Instruction Seminar . Social Work majors only.
An alternative to SWK 476 in cases where block placements are more valuable. Senior social work students work full-time in an agency for 12 to 14 weeks (400 hours) for one semester. Practice supervised by an agency representative; education directed by social work faculty member. Direct service to clients.
This course is designed to serve as an intergrative seminar with a capstone portfolio to the social work practice sequence. Students will demonstrate their understanding of working on micro, mezzo and macro levels of practice integrating theory, empirical research, values and skills as integral to the generalist practice of social work.
