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SWK-212
Counseling and Communication Skills
The course is an integrated theory and practice approach to the study of communication styles , communication skills , basic counseling skills and elements of helping relationships . Students will explore the nature and dynamics of the helping encounter , develop interpersonal communication skills , and engage in opportunities for skill development through peer helping practice sessions . Students will develop beginning competencies in working with individuals , families , and groups .
3.00 Take SWK-202 . ( Required , Previous ).
SWK-241
Marriage and Family Systems
This course will explore socio-cultural aspects of families and how they are shaped by ethnicity , sexual orientation , income , and education . Family types will be viewed through the life cycle model and will explore a variety of family forms including two-parent , single-parent , adoptive , divorced , same-sex , remarried , and stepfamilies . Several models of family intervention will be discussed and practiced in role-play sessions .
3.00
SWK-299 Special Topics in Social Work 3.00
SWK-301
Generalist Social Work Practice
Principles of methods of practice in all areas of social work will be explored including techniques in casework , group work , community organization , planning and administration . Field observations will be held in various social work settings throughout the metropolitan suburban area .
3.00 Take SWK-201 . ( Required , Previous ).