SWK-2840 3 hours Concepts of Chemical Dependency–Fa Available to all students. This course presents an overview of the social, economic, political, legal, spiritual, and ethical considerations concerning the use and abuse of alcohol and other drugs in our culture. A primary emphasis of the course includes application of a biblical perspective to assess use of various philosophies and perspectives on drugs and abuse. Treatment and prevention options for individuals and families will be discussed. Crosslisted as CRJU, PYCH, SOC, or SWK. SWK-2900 Ethics in the Helping Professions–Sp 3 hours This course is designed to introduce the student to current issues and ethical dilemmas confronting professional helpers. The course encourages development of critical thinking skills by looking at dilemmas from a multifaceted point of view keeping in mind the ramifications decisions have on practice, services, and clients. Students learn to address dilemmas by drawing upon Scripture, professional values, and ethical principles as presented in the National Association of Social Workers Code of Ethics, as well as codes of ethics from other helping professions. The importance of human rights, justice, and mercy are incorporated throughout the course content. Crosslisted as SOC or SWK. SWK-3010 3 hours Human Behavior and the Social Environment–Fa, Sp This course will provide a biblical assessment of social work theories to assist in understanding human behavior with families, groups, organizations, and communities. Emphasis will be placed on holistic human relationships that have the capacity to be influenced by biological, psychological, social, spiritual, and cultural dimensions. Prerequisite: Admission to the social work program. SWK-3020 3 hours Generalist Social Work Practice with Groups–Fa, Sp This course provides students with the opportunity to develop an understanding of theories, methods, and skills in relation to generalist practice with social work groups. Students explore the use of groups as a modality throughout scripture. Students examine cultural values of individuals and the influence of those values on the group process. Prerequisite: Admission to the program or permission of the instructor. (Fee: $45) SWK-3110 Social Welfare Programs and Policy–Fa, Sp 3 hours This course examines social welfare policies and programs in relation to their effects on specific populations in society. Social policy is crucial to the way social workers are called upon to advocate for their clients in diverse settings. This course challenges students to examine the role of various levels of governmental policy and our roles as believers in Christ. Students gain this perspective through evaluating and analyzing current social policies and the provision of services. The course considers questions of social choice and the underlying criteria for the funding and delivery of social services. Policy analysis will be a major focus. Prerequisite: Admission to the social work program. (Fee: $35) SWK-3210 4 hours Social Work Practice with Individuals and Families–Fa,Sp This 4-hour course is designed to introduce the student to social work practice from a generalist’s perspective. This course will help the student integrate knowledge and theory with agency practice. Emphasis will be given to the basic principles and values of practice as well as the skill development essential to beginning social work relationships. The student should emerge with a foundation in the basic core of concepts, methodology, and values along with an ability to examine his/her own practice. The primary focus of this course is social work ethics, the worker/client relationship, and interviewing skills. Prerequisites: Admission to the social work program. SWK-3430 Junior Seminar I–Fa 1 hour and SWK-3440 Jr Field Experience I–Fa 3 hours Junior Field Experience I is the placement of students in a poverty focused social service agency. The first four weeks will be one hour orientation sessions designed to inform and equip the student to complete all assignments required before entering their junior experience. Each student will be in field for a minimum of 75 hours, practicing eight hours weekly with clients and agency staff under the supervision of a qualified field instructor. Seminar class will meet once a week for one hour, where the student will receive input from peers and faculty. Prerequisite: admission to the social work program. Corequisite: It is recommended that SWK-3430 and SWK-3440 be taken concurrently. (Fee: $150) SWK-3450 Junior Seminar II–Sp 1 hour and SWK-3460 Jr Field Experience II–Sp 3 hours Junior Field Experience II is the placement of students in a poverty-focused social service agency. Each student will be in field for a minimum of 75 hours, practicing eight hours weekly with clients and agency staff under the supervision of a qualified field instructor. Seminar class will meet once a week for one hour where the student will receive input from peers and faculty. The last four weeks will be one-hour orientation sessions designed to inform and equip the student to complete all assignments required before entering their senior field seminar. Prerequisite: admission to the social work program. Corequisite: It is recommended that SWK-3450 and SWK-3460 be taken concurrently. (Fee: $150) SWK-4210 3 hours Social Work Practice with Diverse Populations–Fa This course provides instruction for students to acquire values, skills, and knowledge of generalist social work practice. Instruction emphasizes helping students develop cultural competence for practice with diverse groups. Privilege, anti-racism, equity, diversity, and inclusion are examined from a biblical worldview. Prerequisite: Admission to the social work program. (Fee: $15) SWK-4220 4 hours Social Work Practice with Communities and Organizations–Sp This course is designed for students to develop and demonstrate competency in social work practice in multiple macro settings. Instruction emphasizes use of generalist practice skills to examine anti-racism, diversity, equity, and inclusion in communities and organizations from a biblical worldview. Secularhumanist and biblical perspectives of justice are compared.. Prerequisites: Admission to the social work program (Fee: $80) SWK-4440 Special Topics: Social Work 1–3 hours Investigation of specific topics in Social Work that have intrinsic worth and engage student interest. SWK-4510 Senior Seminar I–Fa 2 hours and SWK-4560 Senior Field Experience I–Fa 6 hours This course offers students the opportunity to practice social work 16 hours weekly with professional supervision. A seminar is held two hours weekly in which students submit their own practice record for critical study and offer feedback to their peers. Emphasis is placed on the integration of students’ social work theoretical knowledge and skills as they enter the profession. Students must complete a minimum of 225 hours in field. Prerequisite: Admission to the social work program. Corequisite: It is recommended that SWK-4510 and SWK-4560 be taken concurrently. (Fee: $250) Page 296 2023–24 Undergraduate Academic Catalog Course Descriptions SWK-2840 – SWK-4560
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