Introduction to Social Work Syllabus for 2014-2015
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Course

SOCW-2361-002 Introduction to Social Work

Prerequisites

Course Description

Development of the philosophy and practice of social work in the United States; survey of the fields and techniques of social work; attention given to requirements for graduate training and social work.

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Hours

(3 sem hrs; 3 lec)

Class Type

On Campus Course

Syllabus Information

Textbooks

\ Required Text:  DuBois, B. & Miley, K.K. (2011). Social Work: An Empowering Profession. (8th edition). Boston, MA: Allyn & Bacon.
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\ Required Autobiography: Walls, Jeanette (2005). The Glass Castle. New York, NY: Scribner.

Supplies

\ Pens, pencils and scantrons.  Access to a computer with reliable internet and printer.

Student Performance

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\ Upon completion of this course the student will be able to:

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\ *Discuss the development of social welfare in the U.S.
\ *Discuss the development of social work as a recognized profession.
\ *Appreciate the broad range of professional responsibilities and skills that social workers utilize in their daily interactions with clients.
\ *Demonstrate familiarity with National Association of Social Workers (NASW) Code of Ethics and how it guides decision-making.
\ *Identify multiple social and economic factors that influence or affect the behavior of individuals, groups, and communities.
\ Understand that human behavior is influenced by biological, social, and psychological factors.
\ *Understand the process for becoming a professional social worker.
\ *Understand and appreciate the concept of generalist practice as it applies to social workers at the bachelor’s level.
\ *Demonstrate an increased understanding of the issues relating to working with diverse populations.
\ *Recognize and evaluate his or her value system as related to providing social work services to diverse populations.
\ *Recognize the global context of social work practice.
\ *Demonstrate written and verbal communication skills that reflect the student’s ability to comprehend material.
\ *Demonstrate the ability to utilize critical thinking skills.

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