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Graduate Social Work

2020 Spring Term

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SOCIAL WORK PRACTICE II

SOCWORK 572

This is the second of three required social work practice courses. This course is designed to help students build upon the skills and knowledge required in Practice I, including further development of interviewing and interpersonal skills. In particular, the emphasis of this course includes studying the dynamics of groups and working with various types of groups.

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SOCIAL WORK PRACTICE III

SOCWORK 573

This course is designed to further develop and fine tune advanced generalist social work skills at all levels of intervention (including individuals, families, organizations, and communities). Course content will focus on difficult situations in micro practice, understanding and working with families, and working in and with organizations and communities.

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SOCIAL WORK RESEARCH

SOCWORK 602

This course introduces students to the research process. A major focus of this course is the integration of research and practice. Students will learn to use research evidence to inform practice and advocacy, and use practice-based experiences to inform scientific inquiry. Students will also learn basic quantitative skills.

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SOCIAL WELFARE POLICY

SOCWORK 662

This course is designed to provide students with knowledge about the process of social welfare policy formulation and implementation and with policy analysis skills. The effects of social welfare policies and organizations on both clients (especially the poor and minorities) and on social workers will be emphasized.

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SOCIAL WORK PRACTICE AND TRAUMA

SOCWORK 715

This course will focus on working with clients who have been exposed to significant trauma and/or loss. Trauma theory, impact of trauma and loss, and assessment of trauma will be explored. Skills will be developed to directly treat children and adults with trauma to assist with the management of their symptoms and increasing coping skills to prepare for future challenges.

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SOCIAL WORK PRACTICE WITH GROUPS, COMMUNITIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS

SOCWORK 733

This class builds on undergraduate classes by further examining the impact of the community as a major element that influences an individual and/or system. The course also includes theories and methods of working with groups and communities, including methods of change, advocacy, planning, respect for diversity, and understanding social justice.

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SOCIAL WORK WITH SUBSTANCE USE DISORDERS

SOCWORK 740

This course provide an overview of Substance Use Disorders and their assessment in social work practice settings. The course will review the history, epidemiology and pharmacology of drugs of abuse. The importance of social systems (e.g., family, work, and community) and spirituality in addiction and recovery will be discussed.

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SOCIAL WORK WITH MILITARY

SOCWORK 750

This course explores military culture and stressors associated with military lifestyle Ethical issues for working in this environment are considered. Students completing this course will have a more in-depth understanding of theory-based and research-informed strategies to work with the military, veterans and their families in a variety of settings.

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SOCIAL WORK FIELD EXPERIENCE

SOCWORK 783

The field practicum courses in the MSW program provide an in-depth advanced practicum experience for MSW students. Students complete this practicum courses under the practice supervision of an approved agency field instructor, and academic guidance of a faculty field liaison.

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SOCIAL WORK FIELD RESEARCH INTEGRATION CAPSTONE

SOCWORK 784

The course continues to provide an in-depth advanced practicum experience for MSW students, under the practice supervision of an approved agency field instructor. Students will be required to implement their research project in this field experience and create a portfolio based on the students' courses and final research project.

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INDIVIDUAL STUDIES

SOCWORK 798

Study of a selected topic or topics under the direction of a faculty member.

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INDEPENDENT STUDIES IN SOCIAL WORK - GRADUATE RESEARCH

SOCWORK 798R

Study of a selected topic or topics under the direction of a faculty member. Repeatable.