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SOW 5105 Human Behavior in the Social Environment I
3 sh (may not be repeated for credit)
Provides an understanding of social functioning throughout all
phases of the life cycle by examining the interaction between
the biological deterrents of growth and development and
various systems of our social environment. Focus is on the
interrelatedness and effects of individuals, families and groups
and of genetic, emotional and societal systems and values that
foster or impede social functioning
SOW 5106 Human Behavior in the Social Environment II
3 sh (may not be repeated for credit)
Familiarizes students with the academic concepts of macro
assessment and community organization through planned
change processes. Emphasis is placed on the social worker’s
role as a change agent, strategies and models for community
organizing, and ethical responsibility to the client, organization,
community, and the profession
SOW 5218 Analysis of Social Service Policy
3 sh (may not be repeated for credit)
Co-requisite: SOW 5404
Examines social welfare policy as a central concern to social
work. Addresses policy practice. Includes improvement of human
services delivery systems through the application of problem
solving, critical thinking and other necessary skills. Offered
concurrently with SOW 4232; graduate students will be assigned
additional work
SOW 5243 Families and Family Treatment
3 sh (may not be repeated for credit)
Designed to define and understand contemporary family forms
and family functions, both normative and in crisis, and introduces
modalities for assisting troubled families. Addresses such issues
as: the impact of the family life cycle, strategies and goals of
family treatment, single parent families, gay and lesbian couples
and families, and families with chronically and terminally ill
members. Offered concurrently with SOW 4242; graduate
students will be assigned additional work
SOW 5305 Generalist Practice I
3 sh (may not be repeated for credit)
First course in a two course sequence which covers generalist
social work practice. Basic generalist practice skills with
individuals, families, and groups. Basic communications and
interviewing skills are introduced and practiced. Tasks and skills
required in the beginning practice: preparation, engagement,
first interviewing skills, and case documentation. The process
of collecting relevant social, psychological, cultural, economic,
and biological data from individuals, families, and groups and
organizing and analyzing data for problem formulation. Historical
and contemporary perspectives of the case management
process are highlighted focusing on advocacy roles. Practice
skills and the application of those skills through the use of
interactive exercises and role plays
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SOW 5309 Prevention and Intervention Strategies for Children
Ages 0-5 and Their Families
3 sh (may not be repeated for credit)
Generalist practice methods for children 0-5 and their families.
An overview of developmental, psychological, sociological and
legal issues. Strategies for prevention and intervention. Offered
concurrently with SOW 4303; graduate students will be assigned
additional work
SOW 5324 Generalist Practice II
3 sh (may not be repeated for credit)
Introduces the knowledge base, values and skills necessary
for working with groups at the beginning professional level.
Develops the knowledge base, values, principles, and practice
skills needed to work with diverse populations within various
types of groups. Stages of groups and activities will be explored
that can enhance the group process and its purpose towards
achieving its objectives
SOW 5404 Social Work Research Foundations
3 sh (may not be repeated for credit)
An introduction to research methodology in the evaluation
of social work practice and program evaluation. Offered
concurrently with SOW 4403; graduate students will be assigned
additional work
SOW 5532 Foundation Year Field Instruction and Integrative
Seminar I
3 sh (may not be repeated for credit)
Integrates foundation curriculum social work course content and
400 hours field education experience in order for students to
function as generalist social work practitioners. Issues related
to social work values and ethics, diversity, social and economic
justice, populations at risk, human behavior and the social
environment, social welfare policy and services, practice and
research are examined within the context of the student’s field
education experiences. Graded on a Satisfactory/ Unsatisfactory
basis only. Permission is required. Material and Supply Fee will
be assessed
SOW 5629 Human Diversity and Social Justice
3 sh (may not be repeated for credit)
Examines the impact of social, economic and political
environments on diverse populations specifically race, gender,
age, ethnicity, culture, class, sexual orientation, religion, and
physical and mental ability. Integrates the key elements of the
profession of social work through the filter/lens of social, political
and economic justice. Offered concurrently with SOW 4233;
graduate students will be assigned additional work