| source City University of New York (X) |
level |
department Social Work (X) |
The student will develop a basic understanding of the principles and practice of social work through a historical perspective and through examining the sociological, political, economic, and psychological processes involved.
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The course will expose the student to the field of social work from a practical perspective. The student will have an opportunity to work with professional social workers and begin to apply some of the introductory principles learned in the theoretical courses.
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The student will develop a basic understanding of the principles and practice of social work through a historical perspective and through examining the sociological, political, economic, and psychological processes involved.
Score: 9.325419 Details | Listing | Web page
The course will expose the student to the field of social work from a practical perspective. The student will have an opportunity to work with professional social workers and begin to apply some of the introductory principles learned in the theoretical courses.
Score: 9.325419 Details | Listing | Web page
Role of the social work profession in relation to social, political, and economic environments. Introduction to the value, knowledge, and skill base of the profession, including the helping relationship, cultural sensitivity, and the social work process.
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History and philosophy of social welfare and social work in the United States within the context of social, economic, and political change. The impact of social welfare policy on populations at risk.
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Investigation of special topics related to social work practice.
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The cultural, political, and economic factors that influence individual and family systems, and the effect of available social welfare resources on these systems. Emphasis on issues of human diversity, including, race, ethnicity, gender, age, and sexual orientation.
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A continuation of SWK 305. Small and large groups, formal organizations, and communities as social systems; the effects of available social welfare resources and the interaction between diverse populations and these systems.
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Theories and principles of social work practice. Emphasis on knowledge, skills, and values required for working with individuals, families, groups, and communities.
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A continuation of SWK 311.
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Content to be determined by student and instructor.
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Integration of theories and principles of social work practice with fieldwork experience.
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Continuation of SWK 440.
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Analysis of the factors influencing social welfare policies; the process of policy formulation; and the impact of social policies on individuals, families, groups and communities, and the delivery of social services.
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Placement in a community service agency two full days a week throughout the semester.
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Continuation of SWK 470.
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Topics to be arranged between students and instructor.
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Topics to be arranged between student and instructor.
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Overview of the key knowledge on developmental disabilities. Issues to be explored include defining the disabled throughout the life-cycle, normalization, deinstitutionalization, mainstreaming, case management and advocacy, ethical and legal issues, the Developmental Disabilities Movement and its impact on the family and community.
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Introduction to the field of social work and the social welfare system of the United States. Topics will include the development and sociology of the profession, theoretical foundations and current methods of practice, exploration of the diverse fields of practice, and the agencies that provide services to individuals, families, groups and communities. The course will also explore the role and function of social workers in the face of expanding concepts of need and a changing political, social, and economic environment. Cross-cultural, feminist, and radical perspectives will also be examined.
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The social welfare system in the contemporary state. Social functions and the historical, economic and political foundations of the welfare system, including the structure of transfer payments and the social relations which it establishes.
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Advanced social and behavioral science methods as they are applied to research in generalist practice. Examination of qualitative and quantitative approaches. Important research paradigms, models, and issues of data collection and analysis. Procedures and techniques instrumental for the advancement of professional practice. Students carry out a research design of their own and collect data for analysis.
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The influence of biological, psychological, and social contexts of individual experience on human development in the period from infancy through adolescence and young adulthood. Exploration of how individuals and families cope with difficulties such as mental illness, alcoholism, poverty, drug abuse, crime, and family strife and of the influences of racism, classism, and discrimination of all kinds on human development.
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The influence of biological, psychological, and social contexts of individual experience on human development in the period from young adulthood through old age. Emphasis on the role of gender biases, social stigmas, and ageism in the achievement of full potential and economic self-sufficiency.
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