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  • 3.00 Credits

    A consideration of the current state of social science knowledge of the grief and loss, death and dying experience of individuals and families throughout the lifespan. Student explore the individual and family dynamics of death, loss, grief and bereavement. Death rituals and practices of various belief systems are discussed as well as the belief systems and cultural practices of students. Skills and techniques for coping and healing are also reviewed
  • 3.00 Credits

    A seminar designed to bring students together in a group setting to help integrate the field experience with practice skills and theory. Concurrent enrollment in SW 402. Only social work majors who have been fully admitted to the social work program may register for this course. The field placement sequence should be the final sequence that students take
  • 5.00 Credits

    This is the second in a two part sequenced field placement series. The field placement is designed to develop students' advanced skills and increase competence in utilizing skills acquired in SW 405. Concurrent enrollment in SW 407 is required. Only social work majors who have been fully admitted to the social work program may register for this course. The field placement sequence should be the final sequence that students take
  • 3.00 Credits

    A seminar designed to advance a student's integration of theory with practice via the field experience in SW 406. Concurrent enrollment in SW 406. Only social work majors who have been fully admitted to the social work program may register for this course. The field placement sequence should be the final sequence that students take
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course introduces the student to the field of psychology trauma. The course will be composed of lectures, discussions, guest speakers and videos. It will provide the student with an understanding of the various types of trauma and treatment, trauma theory, the impact of trauma on the mind, body and spirit, and the historical development of trauma as a clinical entity. Students will gain an appreciation of the depth of trauma and trauma rejections in the fields of social work and psychology
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course aims to familiarize students with the most common research methods used in social and behavioral sciences, with an emphasis on critical thinking and becoming informed consumers of research. This course is designed to provide students in the social sciences with an opportunity to construct and present a proposal for an original research project. Throughout the course students will study quantitative, qualitative, and experimental research methods common to the various social sciences. Students will have opportunities, throughout the course, to employ these various research methods through in-class and homework assignments. By participating in this course, students will become familiar with basic research methods to advance their understanding of their discipline and of social sciences. Students will learn how to critically evaluate research methods and research claims to become more informed consumers and producers of social science research. It is not expected that upon completion of the course that you will have acquired all the skills necessary to design and conduct your own research. Becoming a competent researcher requires in-depth course work in various aspects of research methodology as well as considerable "hands-on" experience
  • 3.00 Credits

    An introduction to the various types of crisis situations practitioners may encounter. In addition, the course will offer various techniques and provide presentations on a variety of components needed to assist the student in understanding the concepts of crisis intervention and debriefings. Crisis events can occur in a variety of ways, and how practitioners deal with these events can be the difference between healing and hindrance. Emphasis will be upon a general understanding of the implications of techniques to modify, manage, and cope with crisis situations
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course is designed to familiarize students with child abuse in its multiple forms. Students will have the opportunity to learn the many signs and symptoms of child maltreatment that manifest in both childhood and adulthood, and will investigate poisonous pedagogy, open/closed family systems, and the impact of shame on lives. Students will have an opportunity to gain an in-depth understanding of the types of child abuse as well as the signs and behaviors associated with each type
  • 3.00 Credits

    An overview of the knowledge and skills needed to understand abuse in relationships. Students will study the dynamics of domestic violence, counseling techniques, legal ramifications, and referral sources. Competencies developed in this course can be usefully applied when assisting battered women and their children
  • 3.00 Credits

    A study of the dynamics of human experience and the religious understanding of God as mystery. The course also explores the human experience of grace, love, prayer, sin, and salvation
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