| SW 201 | Community Social Services | UNITS: 4 - Offered in Fall and Spring |
| Study of social services typical of American communities including services to children, families, and older persons, and services in mental health, criminal and juvenile justice, and industry. 40-hour pre-professional placement required, intern liability insurance required. |
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| SW 290 | The Development of Social Welfare and Social Work in the U.S. | UNITS: 3 - Offered in Fall Only |
| Traces the history of major policy and program development in American social welfare and the emergence and development of professional social work. |
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| SW 300 | Social Work Research Methods | UNITS: 3 - Offered in Fall and Spring |
| Prerequisite: Social Work Majors or Social Work Minors, ST 311 |
| Principles and methods of basic social work research. Substantive research knowledge and research methodology. Research ethics within the context of social work purposes and values. Formulation of problems for study that address the social needs of diverse groups. |
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| SW 307 | Social Welfare Policy: Analysis and Advocacy | UNITS: 3 - Offered in Spring Only |
| Prerequisite: SW 290 |
| Social welfare policy analysis and social work advocacy skill development. Recent changes in national and state social welfare policies and programs in major areas such as welfare, housing, health and mental health care, juvenile justice and rural development. |
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| SW 310 | Human Behavior Theory for Social Work Practice | UNITS: 3 - Offered in Spring Only |
| Prerequisite: SW 201 |
| Theory regarding human social functioning for students intending to practice social work. Emphasis on biological, psychological, social and cultural factors in human life. |
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| SW 312 | Multicultural Social Work | UNITS: 3 - Offered in Fall and Spring |
| Prepares students to work with diverse groups of people residing in United States, North Carolina, and globally including racial and ethnic groups and other populations defined by gender, sexual orientation, income, physical and mental ability, age and religion. Utilizing the strengths and empowerment models, emphasis is placed on defining and developing skills for culturally competent social work generalist practice through students' self-examination, experimental learning, and critical reading of class material. |
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| SW 320 | Social Work Practice I | UNITS: 4 - Offered in Fall and Spring |
| Corequisite: Social Work Majors, and a prerequisite or corequisite of SW 310 |
| First of a three-course sequence on generalist social work practice. Professional values, ethics, roles and interviewing skills. Includes a 40-hour pre-professional placement and intern liability insurance required. |
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| SW 405 | Social Work Practice II | UNITS: 4 - Offered in Fall and Spring |
| Prerequisite: Social Work Majors, SW 320, Corequisite: SW 480/SW 408 |
| Second of a three-course sequence on generalist social work practice. Theory and practice methods with individuals, families and small groups. 40-hour pre-professional placement and intern liability insurance required. |
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| SW 408 | Social Work Practice III | UNITS: 3 - Offered in Fall and Spring |
| Prerequisite: Social Work Majors, SW 320, Corequisite: SW 405, SW 480 |
| Third of three-course sequence on generalist social work practice. Theory and practice of effecting planned change in and with communities and organizations. |
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| SW 412 | Social Work in Schools | UNITS: 3 - Offered in Fall and Spring |
| Prerequisite: Nine credits in Social Work courses, including SW 320 |
| Models and roles relevant to school social work practice. Cooperative work with school personnel in the identification, prevention and treatment of social, emotional and behavioral problems of children and interventive techniques with parents and community groups. For individuals preparing for social work practice in the public schools and for school social workers seeking licensure. |
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| SW 413 | African American Families: History, Tradition, and Community | UNITS: 3 - Offered Alternate Odd Years, Offered in Spring Only |
| Prerequisite: Sophomore standing |
| Characteristics, traditions, history and strengths of African American families and their relationship to other social institutions, social advocacy and social policy development. African-centered worldview and relevant theory pertaining to best practice with African American families. |
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| SW 414 | Social Work Practice in Health Care | UNITS: 3 - Offered Alternate Even Years, Offered in Fall and Summer |
| Prerequisite: SW 201 |
| Practice skills and knowledge required of social workers in health care settings. Multi-disciplinary team work in health care. Social components of major illnesses and disabilities, including prevention and rehabilitation. Emotional, cultural, economic and social factors in health and illness. Health needs of specific population groups. |
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| SW 415 | Child Welfare | UNITS: 3 - Offered in Spring Only |
| Prerequisite: SW 201 |
| Generalist perspective on the practice of public child welfare. History of child welfare, practices in child welfare, and current trends in child welfare programs. Skills needed to practice in child protective services, adoption, and foster care with specific attention to the North Carolina child welfare system. Application of cultural diversity and cultural competency integrated throughout as it relates to child welfare issues. |
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| SW 416 | Addiction Recovery and Social Work Practice | UNITS: 3 - Offered in Fall Only |
| Prerequisite: SW 310 |
| Knowledge and skills in identifying Alcohol and Other Drugs (AOD) problems, screening, assessment, intervention, referral, and prevention: history of AOD problems and treatment, AOD classification, effects and signs/symptoms of AOD, models of addiction, diversity, assessment, diagnosis, intervention, treatment modalities, mutual-help groups, family dynamics, prevention, and ethical considerations. Students cannot receive credit for both SW 416 and SW 516 |
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| SW 417 | Social Work and Aging | UNITS: 3 |
| Physical, psychological, social, and cultural theories of the aging process as it relates to social work practice, social policy, and services for working with older adults and their families. Emphasis on mental and physical well-being, diversity, social and economic justice, intergenerational issues, policy and programs. Credit is not allowed for both SW 417 and SW 517 |
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| SW 420 | The Legal Aspects of Social Work | UNITS: 3 - Offered in Fall and Spring |
| Prerequisite: Social Work Majors and Social Work Minors |
| Legal environment of the social work profession. Relationships among legal processes, the delivery of social work services and client problems. |
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| SW 440 | International Learning Experience in Social Work | UNITS: 6 - Offered in Summer |
| A seven week learning experience in Guatemala. Through this course, the student will develop a global perspective of social welfare and social work practice, will learn about the people and culture of the Lake Atitlan area of Guatemala, will learn the variety of resources available in response to social need, and will enhance or develop Spanish language competence. All costs associated with learning opportunities and activities for this course are included in the cost of the program. |
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| SW 480 | Preparation for Field Work | UNITS: 1 - Offered in Fall and Spring |
| Prerequisite: Social Work Majors, SW 320, Corequisite: SW 405, SW 408 |
| Introduction to aspects of field placement process and necessary skills for a successful internship. Application, interview, ethical practice, documentation, supervision and learning contract. Intern liability insurance required. |
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| SW 490 | Field Work in Social Services | UNITS: 12 - No Course Evaluation |
| Prerequisite: Social Work Majors, SW 405, SW 408, SW 480 |
| Supervised placement in a social service organization; application of social work knowledge and skill. Weekly integrative seminar. Intern liability insurance required. |
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| SW 495 | Special Topics in Social Work | UNITS: 3 - Offered in Fall Spring Summer |
| Detailed investigation of a topic in social work. Topic and mode of study determined by faculty member. |
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| SW 498 | Independent Studies in Social Work | UNITS: 1-6 - No Course Evaluation, Offered in Fall Spring Summer |
| Prerequisite: Junior standing or Senior standing, Social Work Majors or Social Work Minor, Nine credits in social work courses |
| Independent or small group study of a social work practice or social welfare area. |
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| SW 501 | Social Welfare History | UNITS: 3 - Offered in Fall Only |
| Prerequisite: Master of Social Work |
| Understanding of and critical perspective on the development of social systems and social policy in the United States. Historical context for current social work practice, policy, and planning. Historical framework necessary for subsequent social work courses. |
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| SW 502 | Social Welfare Planning and Analysis | UNITS: 3 - Offered in Spring Only |
| Prerequisite: Master of Social Work SW 501 |
| Reviews a range of frameworks for analyzing social policy. Highlights the relationships among social problems, policies and programs, and social work practice. Addresses issues of social and economic justice and explores the values and ethical choices involved in various approaches to social welfare policy. |
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| SW 505 | Human Behavior and the Social Environment: Social Justice | UNITS: 3 - Offered in Fall Only |
| Prerequisite: Master of Social Work |
| Theoretical and experiential knowledge related to oppression, privilege, and social and economic justice. Particular attention is given to persons and groups most affected by oppression and mechanisms that advance the achievement of a more just society. |
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| SW 506 | Human Behavior and the Social Environment: Individuals, Families, and Groups | UNITS: 3 - Offered in Fall and Summer |
| An overview of normative individual and family development trajectories through the life cycle and survey of major theoretical frameworks and normative development variations; Theories of individual, familial, and group interaction and ways that informal groupings and support networks function to maintain individual and family well-being and stability. Admission to the MSW program or permission of the instructor. |
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| SW 507 | Human Behavior and the Social Environment: Organizations and Communities | UNITS: 3 - Offered in Spring and Summer |
| Prerequisite: Master of Social Work |
| Theories and models for understanding human service organizations and communities. Emphasis on communication and collaboration with diverse task groups, organizations, and communities. |
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| SW 510 | Research Methods for Social Work | UNITS: 3 - Offered in Spring Only |
| Prerequisite: ST 311 |
| Social work research methods, interpretation of empirical research findings within the context of social work practice. Major activities include 1)identification of the steps of the research process, 2)utilization of mixed methodologies, 3)assessment of empirical research studies, and 4)discussion of human diversity and ethical issues in research design and implementation. |
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| SW 511 | Evaluation of Social Work Interventions | UNITS: 3 |
| Prerequisite: SW 510 |
| Evaluating social work practice and health and human services. Prepares students for designing a study relevant to social work goals and meeting professional ethics, collecting and analyzing qualitative and quantitative data, and presenting findings to diverse stakeholders. Master of Social Work required. |
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| SW 515 | Child Welfare | UNITS: 3 - Offered in Spring Only |
| Generalist perspective on the practice of public child welfare. History of child welfare, practices in child welfare, and current trends in child welfare programs. Skills needed to practice in child protective services, adoption, and foster care with specific attention to the North Carolina child welfare system. Application of cultural diversity and cultural competency integrated throughout as it relates to child welfare issues. Credit is not allowed for both SW 415 and SW 515. |
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| SW 516 | Addiction Recovery and Social Work Practice | UNITS: 3 - Offered in Fall Only |
| Knkowledge and skills in identifying Alcohol and Other Drugs (AOD) problems, screening, assessment, intervention, referral, and prevention: history of AOD problems and treatment, AOD classification, effects and signs/symptoms of AOD, models of addiction, diversity, assessment, diagnosis, intervention, treatment modalities, mutual-help groups, family dynamics, prevention, and ethical considerations. Credit is not allowed for both SW 416 and SW 516 |
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| SW 517 | Social Work and Aging | UNITS: 3 |
| Physical, psychological, social, and cultural theories of the aging process as it relates to social work practice, social policy, and services for working with older adults and their families. Emphasis on mental and physical well-being, diversity, social and economic justice, intergenerational issues, policy and programs. Credit is not allowed for both SW 417 and SW 517. |
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| SW 520 | Foundation Practice with Individuals, Families & Groups | UNITS: 3 - Offered in Fall Only |
| Foundation knowledge and skills needed to work with individuals, families and groups. Underlying theories about and models of empirically-based social work practice with individuals, families and groups. Phases of the helping relationship, strengths-based assessment, and change process in interpersonal helping relationships and issues of human diversity. |
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| SW 521 | Social Work Practice with Organizations and Communities | UNITS: 3 - Offered in Spring Only |
| Prepares students for practice with organizations, communities, and policy structures. Emphasizes multiculturalism, diversity, and social justice in relation to social systems. |
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| SW 540 | International Learning Experience in Social Work | UNITS: 6 - Offered in Summer |
| A seven week learning experience in Guatemala. Through this course, the student will develop a global perspective of social welfare and social work practice, will learn about the people and culture of the Lake Atitlan area of Guatemala, will learn the variety of resources available in response to social need, and will enhance or develop Spanish language competence. All costs associated with learning opportunities and activities for this course are included in the cost of the program. |
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| SW 550 | Advanced Social Work Practice with Families | UNITS: 3 - Offered in Spring Only |
| Prerequisite: SW 652, Corequisite: SW 654 |
| Theories, concepts, and skills needed for practice with diverse, at-risk family populations. Includes overview of historical and current social work approaches to family intervention as well as skill development in contemporary intervention methods. Focuses on understanding families within their cultural and community contexts, and presents several family intervention models useful for helping families build on their strengths to cope with a variety of family constellations, changes, and challenges. |
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| SW 551 | Social Work Practice with Children and Adolescents | UNITS: 3 - Offered in Fall Only |
| Prerequisite: SW 521 and SW 652 |
| Focuses on assessment and intervention strategies for clinical practice with children and adolescents. Explores issues common to these client groups. |
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| SW 560 | Advanced Social Work Practice with Communities | UNITS: 3 - Offered in Fall Only |
| Prerequisite: SW 652, Corequisite: SW 653 |
| Prepares social work students for community-based change efforts, particularly in partnership with historically oppressed groups. Employs a four-part framework for building community capacity that encompasses leadership development, organizational development, community development, and inter-organizational links. |
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| SW 561 | Social Work Administration | UNITS: 3 - Offered in Spring Only |
| Prerequisite: SW 521, Corequisite: SW 654 |
| Addresses the history, theoretical frameworks, and functions of managing human service organizations. Issues of staff development, team building, group decision-making and/or problem solving strategies and evidence-based approaches are discussed. |
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| SW 570 | Social Work with Groups | UNITS: 3 |
| Prerequisite: SW 691 |
| Advanced social work practice with groups. Planning, implementing, ending, and evaluating groups placed within various policy contexts and theoretical frameworks. Group work with diverse populations emphasized. Master of social work required. |
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| SW 571 | Community Mental Health | UNITS: 3 |
| Prerequisite: SW 691 |
| Focuses on social work practice in the field of Mental Health. Reviews policy and practice as it pertains to the promotion of mental health, the prevention of mental illnesses, and the delivery of psychosocial treatment. Strategies and practice for use at the individual, family, group, organizational, community, and societel levels are explored. Master of social work required. |
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| SW 580 | Social Work Professional Seminar | UNITS: 4 |
| Prerequisite: SW 653 |
| Capstone course taken in the final semester of the MSW program intended to help students integrate all coursework in preparation for graduation and professional practice. Directs students to apply promising practices to their professional work andencourages students to interact and blend perspectives from both direct practice and community partnership concentration options. |
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| SW 595 | Special Topics in Social Work | UNITS: 3 - Offered in Fall Spring Summer |
| Prerequisite: Graduate standing |
| In-depth exploration of specialized or emerging topics in social work or social welfare. Topic of current interest and mode of study determined by faculty member. Also used to test and develop new courses. |
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| SW 630 | Independent Study in Social Work | UNITS: 1-6 - No Course Evaluation, Offered in Fall Spring Summer |
| Prerequisite: Master of Social Work, SW 510 |
| An independent study addressing an area of social work practice or social welfare. |
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| SW 651 | Social Work Internship I | UNITS: 5 - Offered in Fall Only |
| This is the first course in a two course sequence that provides students the opportunity to use generalist practice social work skills in a field agency under the supervision of an MSW social work practioner. |
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| SW 652 | Social Work Internship II | UNITS: 5 - No Course Evaluation, Offered in Spring Only |
| Prerequisite: SW 520 and SW 651, Corequisite: SW 521 |
| This is the second course in a two course sequence that provides students the opportunity to use generalist practice social work skills in a field agency under the supervision of an MSW social work practitioner. |
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| SW 653 | Social Work Internship III | UNITS: 5 - Offered in Fall Only |
| Prerequisite: SW 521 and SW 652, Corequisite: SW 550 or SW 560 |
| Advanced practice internship course with focus on the application of advanced social work practice skills under supervision in an agency setting. The internship experience is supplemented by participation in regularly scheduled field seminars. First of two-course sequence in advanced social work practice. |
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| SW 654 | Social Work Internship IV | UNITS: 5 - No Course Evaluation, Offered in Spring Only |
| Prerequisite: SW 550 or SW 560; and SW 653, Corequisite: SW 551 or SW 561 |
| Advanced practice Internship course with focus on the application of advanced social work practice skills under supervision in an agency setting. The Internship experience is supplemented by participation in regularly scheduled field seminars. Second of two-course sequence. |
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