SWK-305 |
Mental Health Practice |
Utilizing the strengths model of social work practice, this class will address common mental health diagnosis and their evidence-based treatment models. Utilizing the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual Volume V( DSM V), students will learn diagnostic categories and how to accurately diagnose various mental health issues. Students will understand the long-term ramifications of having a diagnosis and will learn that the diagnosis is only the starting point for developing a positive and measurable treatment plan. Various modes and settings of psychotherapy will be discussed as well as the use of psychotropic medications and the importance of working in multidisciplinary teams. |
SWK-400 |
Social Work Research Methods |
A critical examination of research methods found in both quantitative and |
qualitative methods of research in social work. Foundations of research, |
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including research design, ethics, conceptualization, measurement and the |
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logic of sampling, leading to the creation of a proposal for original research |
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by the student. Outside exercises also familiarize students with different |
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research methods, techniques of observation and the reading and evaluation |
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of published research. This course will emphasize the use of research in |
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social work practice and understanding the use of evidence-based methods |
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in social work practice. |
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SWK-4000 |
Social Work Capstone |
The mission of the Bachelor of Social Work degree program is to develop |
professionals who are competent in the skills and knowledge necessary for |
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work in the various fields of social work. This capstone class is designed as a |
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way for students to demonstrate social work skills, develop an e- portfolio of |
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their work, and contribute to the community through a service project. |
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Through writings, role plays, lectures, e-portfolio development, and a service |
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project, students will demonstrate their mastery of the program goals of the |
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social work degree program.( Senior standing) |
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SWK-435 |
Social Work Field Placement I |
After consultation with Director of Field Placements advanced students will |
be provided direct experience in selected supervised settings in social work |
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agencies and programs. The field placement aims to provide a service to the |
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community and enable the student to acquire the skills, experience, and |
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knowledge necessary for the choice of a career. |
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SWK-436 |
Social Work Field Placement II |
A continuation of SWK 435. After consultation with Director of Field |
Placements advanced students will be provided direct experience in selected |
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supervised settings in social work agencies and programs. The field |
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placement aims to provide a service to the community and enable the |
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student to acquire the skills, experience, and knowledge necessary for the |
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choice of a career. |