2001-2003 Catalog - University of Arkansas at Monticello
2001-2003 Catalog - University of Arkansas at Monticello
2001-2003 Catalog - University of Arkansas at Monticello
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<strong>Arkansas</strong>-<strong>Monticello</strong><br />
SWK 2133 Human Behavior in the Social Environment I<br />
3 credits: 3 hours lecture<br />
Prerequisites: PSY 1013, SOC 2213, SWK 1013, or<br />
permission <strong>of</strong> instructor<br />
This first HBSE course presents human development<br />
theories in the context <strong>of</strong> biological, social, cultural,<br />
psychological, and physical environments th<strong>at</strong> help shape<br />
behavior. The focus is on conception to young<br />
adulthood.<br />
SWK 2233 Human Behavior in the Social Environment II<br />
3 credits: 3 hours lecture<br />
Prerequisite: SWK 2133 or permission <strong>of</strong> instructor<br />
This second HBSE course presents human development<br />
theories in the context <strong>of</strong> biological, social, cultural,<br />
psychological, and physical environments th<strong>at</strong> help shape<br />
behavior. The focus is on middle adulthood to de<strong>at</strong>h.<br />
SWK 3113 Generalist Social Work Practice I<br />
3 credits: 3 hours lecture<br />
Prerequisites: SWK 1013, SWK 2233<br />
This first practice course covers the theory and skills <strong>of</strong><br />
the generalist method <strong>of</strong> social work. Its focus is on<br />
individuals, small groups, and families using the<br />
empowering processes from forming partnerships to<br />
analyzing resource capabilities. Restricted to SWK<br />
majors.<br />
SWK 3143 Social Welfare Policy I<br />
3 credits: 3 hours lecture<br />
Prerequisite: SWK 1013 or permission <strong>of</strong> instructor<br />
This first social policy course covers the historical roots<br />
<strong>of</strong> social policy, the history <strong>of</strong> the United St<strong>at</strong>es <strong>of</strong><br />
America’s social welfare policy, and introduces policy<br />
analysis frameworks.<br />
SWK 3213 Generalist Social Work Practice II<br />
3 credits: 3 hours lecture<br />
Prerequisite: SWK 3113<br />
This second practice course covers the theory and skills<br />
<strong>of</strong> the generalist method <strong>of</strong> social work. Its focus is on<br />
individuals, small groups, and families, using the<br />
empowering processes from framing solutions to<br />
integr<strong>at</strong>ing gains. Restricted to SWK majors.<br />
SWK 3223 Social Welfare Policy II<br />
3 credits: 2 hours lecture, 2 hours field experience per<br />
week<br />
Prerequisite: SWK 3143 or permission <strong>of</strong> instructor<br />
This second social policy course covers current social<br />
welfare policies, policy analysis, and program evalu<strong>at</strong>ion.<br />
A total <strong>of</strong> 30 hours <strong>of</strong> field experience for the semester is<br />
required.<br />
Course Descriptions<br />
SWK 3243 Methods <strong>of</strong> Social Work Research<br />
3 credits: 3 hours lecture<br />
Prerequisite: PSY 2203 or permission <strong>of</strong> instructor<br />
This course introduces the methods used in conducting<br />
quantit<strong>at</strong>ive and qualit<strong>at</strong>ive research. Social work values<br />
and ethics and issues <strong>of</strong> diversity are given special<br />
<strong>at</strong>tention.<br />
SWK 3513 Child Abuse and Neglect<br />
3 credits: 3 hours lecture<br />
This course covers major topics in the area <strong>of</strong> child abuse<br />
and neglect, such as warning signs, use <strong>of</strong> appropri<strong>at</strong>e<br />
services, and prevention.<br />
SWK 3523 Working with Children <strong>at</strong> Risk<br />
3 credits: 3 hours lecture<br />
This course focuses on working with <strong>at</strong>-risk children in<br />
home and school environments, emphasizing the<br />
partnership roles <strong>of</strong> parents, teachers, and social workers.<br />
A total <strong>of</strong> 12 hours <strong>of</strong> field experience for the semester is<br />
required.<br />
SWK 3543 Learning Through Community Service<br />
3 credits: 1 hour lecture, 8 hours field experience per week<br />
Prerequisite: SWK 1013, or both SOC 2213 and PSY<br />
1013, or permission <strong>of</strong> instructor<br />
This course provides students an opportunity to develop<br />
knowledge about and basic skills in social service work<br />
through experience in agencies or other community<br />
settings. A minimum <strong>of</strong> 110 hours <strong>of</strong> field experience<br />
for the semester is required.<br />
SWK 3653 Special Topics in Social Work<br />
3 credits: 3 hours lecture<br />
This course focuses on varied topics <strong>of</strong> interest to social<br />
work and other human service majors. Topics such as<br />
working with diverse popul<strong>at</strong>ions, advocacy, aging,<br />
community organiz<strong>at</strong>ion, poverty, and social justice will<br />
be <strong>of</strong>fered on a rot<strong>at</strong>ing basis or as interest is indic<strong>at</strong>ed.<br />
May be repe<strong>at</strong>ed for up to 6 hours <strong>of</strong> credit.<br />
SWK 3663 Family Centered Services<br />
3 credits: 3 hours lecture<br />
This course covers the concepts <strong>of</strong> family centered<br />
practice, family preserv<strong>at</strong>ion, and rel<strong>at</strong>ed child welfare<br />
issues, with an emphasis on intervention str<strong>at</strong>egies and<br />
services.<br />
SWK 3813 Children and the Law<br />
3 credits: 3 hours lecture<br />
This course focuses on legal principles rel<strong>at</strong>ed to<br />
children. It includes indepth coverage <strong>of</strong> the <strong>Arkansas</strong><br />
Juvenile Code, Child Maltre<strong>at</strong>ment Act, and other<br />
applicable st<strong>at</strong>utes.<br />
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