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The scientific study of human social life that describes and explains how our social world works and how it influences our personal lives. This introductory course focuses on the values, institutions, organizations and other social forces that shape American culture and society. Fulfills core curriculum PS/SO requirement. *SO (Society/Sociology) *DC
The first course in the social work major introduces the profession?'s history, philosophy, mission, values, purposes, fields of practice, and the experience of diverse populations within the context of the social welfare system. Students are introduced to generalist social work approaches with individuals, families, groups, organizations, communities, and cultural systems. This course can be taken concurrently with SW 216.
Designed to provide students with a basic understanding of the historical development of social welfare policies and services in the United States. Compares societal needs, values, and responses to the values of the social work profession. Includes discussion of economic and political ideas that influence policy. The first of two policy courses.SO 103 & SW 101 can be taken concurrently.
A study of human behavior and development from an ecological and social systems approach, including biological, psychological, spiritual, sociological, economic, political and system theories. The social work practice perspective emphasizes how lifespan development is affected by interactions among individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities at local, national and international levels. The impact of prejudice and discrimination on cultural diversity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, physical/mental disabilities, and health issues as they impact social and economic justice.Prerequisite: SO 103; PS 101; SW 101. BI 130/L is required for the HBSE Content Area.
A study of the integrative systems approach to generalist social work practice, examining the individual as a member of the family, small groups, the community, and societal level systems. Introduces student to basic social work practice skills using a problem-solving model. Emphasizes student?'s awareness of the self and of cultural, ethnic, and lifestyle diversity as these impact practice.Prerequisite: courses in the HBSE and Policy Content Areas; SW 338. This course is restricted to social work majors.
An examination of the formulation, implementation and evaluation of social welfare policy resulting from the interaction of social, political, and economic factors. Analysis of current social welfare programs, services and issues. Discussion of methods for influencing social policy through advocacy at differing levels of policymaking.Prerequisite: SW 216.
Selected sociological theories are examined for their assumptions about social stability and social change in society, social institutions, organizations, communities, small groups, families and individual behaviors. Linkage between research in sociology and social work practice is made. Qualitative and quantitative approaches to theory development are discussed, as well as ethics and a critical thinking perspective.Prerequisite: PS 101; SO 103; SW 101.
Designed to prepare students for generalist social work practice with all size client systems with a special emphasis on how the social work profession uses task and treatment groups to accomplish individual, family, organization and/or community goals. Group methodology and group work skills are explored and developed. The use of the problem-solving model is reinforced and expanded.Prerequisite: SW 302, 434. This course is restricted to social work majors.
Designed to prepare students for generalist social work practice with client systems of all sizes working with individuals, families, and groups within organizational and community structures and systems. This course emphasizes macro practice and intervention related to community organization, social planning, and advocacy.Prerequisite: SW 401. This course is restricted to social work majors.
The first semester of a two-semester sequence requiring 480 clock hours in an agency setting under the supervision of an agency field instructor and an academic instructor. Offers students actual work situations to integrate with the theoretical basis of generalist practice. The Integrative Seminar is scheduled weekly for all students in placement. SW 411 and 412 are typically taken concurrently with SW 401 and 402.
The second semester of a two-semester sequence requiring 480 clock hours in an agency setting under the supervision of an agency field instructor and an academic instructor. Offers students actual work situations to integrate with the theoretical basis of generalist practice. The Integrative Seminar is scheduled weekly for all students in placement. SW 411 and 412 are typically taken concurrently with SW 401 and 402.
Research concepts, ethics and designs are examined. Qualitative and quantitative approaches are included. Social Work majors focus on research application to social work practice, especially the single-subject design, to promote evidence-based practice. Students develop a research proposal to demonstrate acquisition of research knowledge and skill.
Online Bachelor’s in Social Work Elective Course Options
Choose one from the following online BSW elective courses:
Choose an additional course from these online BSW electives:
In addition, undergraduate students are also required to complete the Ursuline Core Curriculum.
