Year 1 -- Summer Session II

Proceeding from the base established in SOWK 500, this course focuses on deepening the student's knowledge of human behavior. Maladaptive patterns of adult psychological functioning are examined. The interrelatedness of physical, psychological, familial, and larger social systems is emphasized in the consideration of both etiology and symptomatology.

SOWK 504 -- Social Work with Individuals and Families II -- 3 credits

Proceeding from the base established in SOWK 503, this course is concerned with social work as intervention with clients. The focus of the course is on individualized treatment planning and execution, based on diagnosis and the social worker's disciplined use of professional skills.

Total credits: 6

Year 1 -- Fall Semester

This course builds on the foundation content offered in SOWK 506 and in other areas of the curriculum. Knowledge gained in their clinical concentration can be organized and regulated by the principles of scientific inquiry. Therefore, the course integrates research and practice for the student, builds on the student's understanding of research paradigms, and offers the opportunity to apply both quantitative and qualitative methods to their line of inquiry. The basic thrust is twofold: 1) to provide students with knowledge and skill for theory-building and evaluating social work practice at clinical and program levels on intervention; and 2) to involve students in designing and implementing studies related to their advanced clinical focus. Students design and implement a meaningful hands-on research experience. Students demonstrate the ability to communicate clearly using research guidelines in their proposal and formal research report. An important aim is to help students understand the research process from beginning to end through the experience of doing their own research projects.

SWFI 630 -- Field Instruction III -- 4.5 credits

The third and fourth semesters of field instruction are designed to help students develop the knowledge and skills that underlie the practice of clinical social work. Students at the second level choose a special focus or cluster (social work with children and families or health and mental health). The practicum course provides students with the opportunity to work in a setting and with a population related to the cluster they choose while taking supportive coursework. Students are able to develop critical thinking and practice skills while interning in the setting of their choice. The second-level fieldwork courses build on the core content of the first-level experience as students learn to deal with more complex issues of the clinical process.

Elective -- 2 credits

Total Credits: 8

Year 1 -- Spring Semester

This course builds on the foundation content offered in SOWK 506 and in other areas of the curriculum. Knowledge gained in their clinical concentration can be organized and regulated by the principles of scientific inquiry. Therefore, the course integrates research and practice for the student, builds on the student's understanding of research paradigms, and offers the opportunity to apply both quantitative and qualitative methods to their line of inquiry. The basic thrust is twofold: 1) to provide students with knowledge and skill for theory-building and evaluating social work practice at clinical and program levels on intervention; and 2) to involve students in designing and implementing studies related to their advanced clinical focus. Students design and implement a meaningful hands-on research experience. Students demonstrate the ability to communicate clearly using research guidelines in their proposal and formal research report. An important aim is to help students understand the research process from beginning to end through the experience of doing their own research projects.

SWFI 631 -- Field Instruction IV -- 4.5 credits

The third and fourth semesters of field instruction are designed to help students develop the knowledge and skills that underlie the practice of clinical social work. Students at the second level choose a special focus or cluster (social work with children and families or health and mental health). The practicum course provides students with the opportunity to work in a setting and with a population related to the cluster they choose while taking supportive coursework. Students are able to develop critical thinking and practice skills while interning in the setting of their choice. The second-level fieldwork courses build on the core content of the first-level experience as students learn to deal with more complex issues of the clinical process.

Elective -- 2 credits

Total Credits: 8

Year 1 -- Summer Session I

Building on the basic course in social work with small groups (SOWK 505), this course focuses on developing deeper understanding and skill in the area of group therapy. The course includes examination of process of "live" group therapy, using the class group as well as the student's field course experience for learning purposes.

Elective -- 2 credits

Total Credits: 4

Year 2 -- Summer Session II

This course examines the relationship between social work and law, development of the law and legal systems, and common areas of interest and practice of social workers and lawyers. Attention is focused on assisting social workers in recognizing legal issues and problems within their professional and personal lives, as well as providing instruction on proper preparation of written information and courtroom testimony. Particular emphasis is placed on issues in child welfare, family, juvenile, school, and administrative law, as well as legal issues in medicine, mental health, and work with the aged.
Prerequisite: All 500-level required courses.

SOWK 610 -- Social Policy in Practice -- 2 credits

Elective -- 2 credits

Total Credits: 6

Advanced Standing
for School Social Workers

Year 1 -- Summer Session II

Proceeding from the base established in SOWK 500, this course focuses on deepening the student's knowledge of human behavior. Maladaptive patterns of adult psychological functioning are examined. The interrelatedness of physical, psychological, familial, and larger social systems is emphasized in the consideration of both etiology and symptomatology.
Prerequisite: SOWK 500.

SOWK 504 -- Social Work with Individuals and Families II -- 3 credits

Proceeding from the base established in SOWK 503, this course is concerned with social work as intervention with clients. The focus of the course is on individualized treatment planning and execution, based on diagnosis and the social worker's disciplined use of professional skills.
Prerequisite: SOWK 503.

Total credits: 6

Year 1 -- Fall Semester

This course builds on the foundation content offered in SOWK 506 and in other areas of the curriculum. Knowledge gained in their clinical concentration can be organized and regulated by the principles of scientific inquiry. Therefore, the course integrates research and practice for the student, builds on the student's understanding of research paradigms, and offers the opportunity to apply both quantitative and qualitative methods to their line of inquiry. The basic thrust is twofold: 1) to provide students with knowledge and skill for theory-building and evaluating social work practice at clinical and program levels on intervention; and 2) to involve students in designing and implementing studies related to their advanced clinical focus. Students design and implement a meaningful hands-on research experience. Students demonstrate the ability to communicate clearly using research guidelines in their proposal and formal research report. An important aim is to help students understand the research process from beginning to end through the experience of doing their own research projects.

SWFI 630 -- Field Instruction III -- 4.5 credits

The third and fourth semesters of field instruction are designed to help students develop the knowledge and skills that underlie the practice of clinical social work. Students at the second level choose a special focus or cluster (social work with children and families or health and mental health). The practicum course provides students with the opportunity to work in a setting and with a population related to the cluster they choose while taking supportive coursework. Students are able to develop critical thinking and practice skills while interning in the setting of their choice. The second-level fieldwork courses build on the core content of the first-level experience as students learn to deal with more complex issues of the clinical process.
Prerequisites: completion of all 500-level courses and two 600-level methods electives or courses required for the cluster taken before or concurrent with the field placement.

SOWK 609 -- Social Work Practicum in the Schools -- 2 credits

This course focuses on the roles of social workers in schools, including provision of direct service, consultation, advocacy, program development and evaluation, and liaison with family and community systems. A perspective on school social work is developed through a historical view of social work in schools and identification of issues in the delivery of social work services in schools. Significant legislation such as laws pertaining to special education, family rights and privacy, and due process will be included. Content areas are supported by value positions stemming from the professional social work value base and the professional code of ethics. This course should be taken concurrently with a school field placement.

Total Credits: 8

Year 1 -- Spring Semester

This course builds on the foundation content offered in SOWK 506 and in other areas of the curriculum. Knowledge gained in their clinical concentration can be organized and regulated by the principles of scientific inquiry. Therefore, the course integrates research and practice for the student, builds on the student's understanding of research paradigms, and offers the opportunity to apply both quantitative and qualitative methods to their line of inquiry. The basic thrust is twofold: 1) to provide students with knowledge and skill for theory-building and evaluating social work practice at clinical and program levels on intervention; and 2) to involve students in designing and implementing studies related to their advanced clinical focus. Students design and implement a meaningful hands-on research experience. Students demonstrate the ability to communicate clearly using research guidelines in their proposal and formal research report. An important aim is to help students understand the research process from beginning to end through the experience of doing their own research projects.

SWFI 631 -- Field Instruction IV -- 4.5 credits

The third and fourth semesters of field instruction are designed to help students develop the knowledge and skills that underlie the practice of clinical social work. Students at the second level choose a special focus or cluster (social work with children and families or health and mental health). The practicum course provides students with the opportunity to work in a setting and with a population related to the cluster they choose while taking supportive coursework. Students are able to develop critical thinking and practice skills while interning in the setting of their choice. The second-level fieldwork courses build on the core content of the first-level experience as students learn to deal with more complex issues of the clinical process.
Prerequisites: completion of all 500-level courses and two 600-level methods electives or courses required for the cluster taken before or concurrent with the field placement.

Elective -- 2 credits

Total Credits: 8

Year 1 -- Summer Session I

Building on the basic course in social work with small groups (SOWK 505), this course focuses on developing deeper understanding and skill in the area of group therapy. The course includes examination of process of "live" group therapy, using the class group as well as the student's field course experience for learning purposes.

Field Instruction V -- 3 credits

Elective -- 2 credits

Total Credits: 7

Year 2 -- Summer Session II

Field Instruction VI -- 3 credits

Elective -- 2 credits

Total Credits: 7

Year 1 -- Summer Session II

Proceeding from the base established in SOWK 500, this course focuses on deepening the student's knowledge of human behavior. Maladaptive patterns of adult psychological functioning are examined. The interrelatedness of physical, psychological, familial, and larger social systems is emphasized in the consideration of both etiology and symptomatology.

SOWK 504 -- Social Work with Individuals and Families II -- 3 credits

Proceeding from the base established in SOWK 503, this course is concerned with social work as intervention with clients. The focus of the course is on individualized treatment planning and execution, based on diagnosis and the social worker's disciplined use of professional skills.

Total credits: 6

Year 1 -- Fall Semester

This course builds on the foundation content offered in SOWK 506 and in other areas of the curriculum. Knowledge gained in their clinical concentration can be organized and regulated by the principles of scientific inquiry. Therefore, the course integrates research and practice for the student, builds on the student's understanding of research paradigms, and offers the opportunity to apply both quantitative and qualitative methods to their line of inquiry. The basic thrust is twofold: 1) to provide students with knowledge and skill for theory-building and evaluating social work practice at clinical and program levels on intervention; and 2) to involve students in designing and implementing studies related to their advanced clinical focus. Students design and implement a meaningful hands-on research experience. Students demonstrate the ability to communicate clearly using research guidelines in their proposal and formal research report. An important aim is to help students understand the research process from beginning to end through the experience of doing their own research projects.

SWFI 630 -- Field Instruction III -- 4.5 credits

The third and fourth semesters of field instruction are designed to help students develop the knowledge and skills that underlie the practice of clinical social work. Students at the second level choose a special focus or cluster (social work with children and families or health and mental health). The practicum course provides students with the opportunity to work in a setting and with a population related to the cluster they choose while taking supportive coursework. Students are able to develop critical thinking and practice skills while interning in the setting of their choice. The second-level fieldwork courses build on the core content of the first-level experience as students learn to deal with more complex issues of the clinical process.

Elective -- 2 credits

Total Credits: 8

Year 1 -- Spring Semester

This course builds on the foundation content offered in SOWK 506 and in other areas of the curriculum. Knowledge gained in their clinical concentration can be organized and regulated by the principles of scientific inquiry. Therefore, the course integrates research and practice for the student, builds on the student's understanding of research paradigms, and offers the opportunity to apply both quantitative and qualitative methods to their line of inquiry. The basic thrust is twofold: 1) to provide students with knowledge and skill for theory-building and evaluating social work practice at clinical and program levels on intervention; and 2) to involve students in designing and implementing studies related to their advanced clinical focus. Students design and implement a meaningful hands-on research experience. Students demonstrate the ability to communicate clearly using research guidelines in their proposal and formal research report. An important aim is to help students understand the research process from beginning to end through the experience of doing their own research projects.

SWFI 631 -- Field Instruction IV -- 4.5 credits

The third and fourth semesters of field instruction are designed to help students develop the knowledge and skills that underlie the practice of clinical social work. Students at the second level choose a special focus or cluster (social work with children and families or health and mental health). The practicum course provides students with the opportunity to work in a setting and with a population related to the cluster they choose while taking supportive coursework. Students are able to develop critical thinking and practice skills while interning in the setting of their choice. The second-level fieldwork courses build on the core content of the first-level experience as students learn to deal with more complex issues of the clinical process.

Elective -- 2 credits

Total Credits: 8

Year 1 -- Summer Session I

Building on the basic course in social work with small groups (SOWK 505), this course focuses on developing deeper understanding and skill in the area of group therapy. The course includes examination of process of "live" group therapy, using the class group as well as the student's field course experience for learning purposes.

Elective -- 2 credits

Total Credits: 4

Year 2 -- Summer Session II

This course examines the relationship between social work and law, development of the law and legal systems, and common areas of interest and practice of social workers and lawyers. Attention is focused on assisting social workers in recognizing legal issues and problems within their professional and personal lives, as well as providing instruction on proper preparation of written information and courtroom testimony. Particular emphasis is placed on issues in child welfare, family, juvenile, school, and administrative law, as well as legal issues in medicine, mental health, and work with the aged.
Prerequisite: All 500-level required courses.

SOWK 610 -- Social Policy in Practice -- 2 credits

Elective -- 2 credits

Total Credits: 6

Advanced Standing
for School Social Workers

Year 1 -- Summer Session II

Proceeding from the base established in SOWK 500, this course focuses on deepening the student's knowledge of human behavior. Maladaptive patterns of adult psychological functioning are examined. The interrelatedness of physical, psychological, familial, and larger social systems is emphasized in the consideration of both etiology and symptomatology.
Prerequisite: SOWK 500.

SOWK 504 -- Social Work with Individuals and Families II -- 3 credits

Proceeding from the base established in SOWK 503, this course is concerned with social work as intervention with clients. The focus of the course is on individualized treatment planning and execution, based on diagnosis and the social worker's disciplined use of professional skills.
Prerequisite: SOWK 503.

Total credits: 6

Year 1 -- Fall Semester

This course builds on the foundation content offered in SOWK 506 and in other areas of the curriculum. Knowledge gained in their clinical concentration can be organized and regulated by the principles of scientific inquiry. Therefore, the course integrates research and practice for the student, builds on the student's understanding of research paradigms, and offers the opportunity to apply both quantitative and qualitative methods to their line of inquiry. The basic thrust is twofold: 1) to provide students with knowledge and skill for theory-building and evaluating social work practice at clinical and program levels on intervention; and 2) to involve students in designing and implementing studies related to their advanced clinical focus. Students design and implement a meaningful hands-on research experience. Students demonstrate the ability to communicate clearly using research guidelines in their proposal and formal research report. An important aim is to help students understand the research process from beginning to end through the experience of doing their own research projects.

SWFI 630 -- Field Instruction III -- 4.5 credits

The third and fourth semesters of field instruction are designed to help students develop the knowledge and skills that underlie the practice of clinical social work. Students at the second level choose a special focus or cluster (social work with children and families or health and mental health). The practicum course provides students with the opportunity to work in a setting and with a population related to the cluster they choose while taking supportive coursework. Students are able to develop critical thinking and practice skills while interning in the setting of their choice. The second-level fieldwork courses build on the core content of the first-level experience as students learn to deal with more complex issues of the clinical process.
Prerequisites: completion of all 500-level courses and two 600-level methods electives or courses required for the cluster taken before or concurrent with the field placement.

SOWK 609 -- Social Work Practicum in the Schools -- 2 credits

This course focuses on the roles of social workers in schools, including provision of direct service, consultation, advocacy, program development and evaluation, and liaison with family and community systems. A perspective on school social work is developed through a historical view of social work in schools and identification of issues in the delivery of social work services in schools. Significant legislation such as laws pertaining to special education, family rights and privacy, and due process will be included. Content areas are supported by value positions stemming from the professional social work value base and the professional code of ethics. This course should be taken concurrently with a school field placement.

Total Credits: 8

Year 1 -- Spring Semester

This course builds on the foundation content offered in SOWK 506 and in other areas of the curriculum. Knowledge gained in their clinical concentration can be organized and regulated by the principles of scientific inquiry. Therefore, the course integrates research and practice for the student, builds on the student's understanding of research paradigms, and offers the opportunity to apply both quantitative and qualitative methods to their line of inquiry. The basic thrust is twofold: 1) to provide students with knowledge and skill for theory-building and evaluating social work practice at clinical and program levels on intervention; and 2) to involve students in designing and implementing studies related to their advanced clinical focus. Students design and implement a meaningful hands-on research experience. Students demonstrate the ability to communicate clearly using research guidelines in their proposal and formal research report. An important aim is to help students understand the research process from beginning to end through the experience of doing their own research projects.

SWFI 631 -- Field Instruction IV -- 4.5 credits

The third and fourth semesters of field instruction are designed to help students develop the knowledge and skills that underlie the practice of clinical social work. Students at the second level choose a special focus or cluster (social work with children and families or health and mental health). The practicum course provides students with the opportunity to work in a setting and with a population related to the cluster they choose while taking supportive coursework. Students are able to develop critical thinking and practice skills while interning in the setting of their choice. The second-level fieldwork courses build on the core content of the first-level experience as students learn to deal with more complex issues of the clinical process.
Prerequisites: completion of all 500-level courses and two 600-level methods electives or courses required for the cluster taken before or concurrent with the field placement.

Elective -- 2 credits

Total Credits: 8

Year 1 -- Summer Session I

Building on the basic course in social work with small groups (SOWK 505), this course focuses on developing deeper understanding and skill in the area of group therapy. The course includes examination of process of "live" group therapy, using the class group as well as the student's field course experience for learning purposes.

Field Instruction V -- 3 credits

Elective -- 2 credits

Total Credits: 7

Year 2 -- Summer Session II

Field Instruction VI -- 3 credits

Elective -- 2 credits

Total Credits: 7