Bachelor of Social Work MajorCurriculum ~ Admission to Social Work ~ Admission to Practicum ~ Courses CURRICULUMThe Social Work major consists of 43 hours of required social work courses, 6 hours of social work electives, and 5 hours of upper division electives from social work, social science, psychology, or Native American studies. This is a total of 54 hours. 124 hours are required to graduate from NSU, and a minimum of 60 of these hours must be from a four year school. Required pre-requisite courses for the Social Work major:
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| First Semester* | Second Semester | ||
| HBSE I 3873 | 3 hrs | HBSE II 4873* | 3 hrs |
| Interv Skills 3013 | 3 hrs | Soc Policy 4863 | 3 hrs |
| Soc Stats 3323 | 3 hrs | Practice I 3953* | 3 hrs |
| Diversity 4613 | 3 hrs | Electives | 0-6 hrs |
| Electives | 0-3 hrs | ||
| Total | 12-15 hrs | Total | 12-15 hrs |
| *Apply for admission as a SOWK Major | *Majors only in 3953 & 4873 | ||
Senior Year (Majors Only)
| First Semester* | Second Semester | ||
| Pract I & Smnr 4984 | 4 hrs | Pract II & Smnr 4994 | 4 hrs |
| Practice II 4673 | 3 hrs | Practice III 4733 | 3 hrs |
| Research 4313 | 3 hrs | Senior Smnr 4962 | 2 hrs |
| Electives | 0-6 hrs | Electives | 0-6 hrs |
| Total | 13-16 hrs | Total | 12-16 hrs |
ADMISSION TO SOCIAL WORK
When a student declares a social work major, they are referred to the Social Work Program for advising. At this time, students are listed as a pre-social work major. During the first semester junior year courses, a student applies to become a social work major. Requirements for admission include: completion of general education requirements, completion of pre-requisite courses, 2.5 Graduation/Retention GPA, University requirements for English proficiency, completion of an application packet, and approval by the social work faculty.
ADMISSION TO PRACTICUM
The social work practicum is part of the senior year curriculum. Over two semesters, students complete 440 hours of internship in a social service agency which is approved by the department. Requirements for admission to practicum include: completion of 88 semester hours, 2.5 Graduation/Retention GPA, 2.5 GPA in all Social Work courses, proof of field practicum liability insurance, and approval of the social work faculty.
Curriculum ~ Admission to Social Work ~ Admission to Practicum ~ Courses
2013 Introduction to Social Work - 3 hours
Course presents a broad overview of the profession of social work and familiarizes students with the context in which social workers practice. Emphasizes student development of knowledge, values and skills as well as awareness of the NASW Code of Ethics in micro, mezzo, and macro levels. Course includes an awareness of diverse populations.
3013 Interviewing Skills In General Practice - 3 hours
This is a practice skill course for majors designed to acquaint students with the basic tool (interviewing) of generalist social work practice, with an emphasis upon self-awareness, communication with diverse populations, and skill development in engaging and assessing client systems through the interview process. Restricted to Social Work and Pre-Social Work majors.
3873 Human Behavior in the Social Environment I - 3 hours
Provides an introduction to an ecological model of human behavior as applied
throughout the life cycle. Critically examines various theories of causation as they
relate to functional and dysfunctional behaviors, and examines the impact of social stratification, especially by class, race, or sex, on human behavior.
3953 Practice I - 3 hours
Utilizing a systems approach to problem-solving, introduces student to the generalist orientation in social work practice and develops a beginning level of competence in social work modes of intervention with individuals and families. Prerequisite: SOWK 3873. Restricted to Social Work majors.
4043 Special Topics 3-9 hours
Designed to explore social work and social welfare issues in greater depth, in a formal academic setting, than is possible in other structured courses offered in social work. May be repeated with different topics to a maximum of nine hours credit.
4313 Social Work Research - 3 hours
An introduction to the rationale and use of social research methods. Course utilizes the techniques of problem formulation, data collection, and data analysis in survey, experimental, evaluative, field research, and the single subject design. Examines the National Association of Social Workers' Code of Ethics as it relates to research. Restricted to social work majors. Prerequisite: SOWK 3953 and concurrent with SOWK 4984.
4613 Human Diversity and Social Work- 3 hours
Critically examines theoretical frameworks, empirical findings, and problem-solving strategies and their effectiveness in providing social services to culturally-diverse populations. Effects of color or gender-based discrimination are analyzed in the stress-framework, with a focus on the strengths and resources developed within the minority experience.
4623 Social Work with the Elderly - 3 hours
Develops a social systems perspective for working with the elderly. Examines
interventive strategies for working with both individuals and institutions or organizations, and examines issues and policies that enhance or impede social and economic justice of the elderly.
4633 Family and Child Welfare Services - 3 hours
Examines the development and scope of family and child welfare services, with
emphasis on the child’s role in a family system. The impact of institutional and societal forces on family systems, and the role of social workers in this interaction are explored, particularly as they affect outcomes for children.
4643 Case Management - 3 hours
An introduction to the practice of case management as a social work method of providing services whereby a professional social worker assesses the needs of the client and the client's family, when appropriate, and arranges, coordinates, monitors, evaluates, and advocates for the package of multiple services to meet the specific client's complex needs.
4673 Practice II - 3 hours
A continuation of Social Work Practice I, this course emphasizes social work
interventions with groups. Course develops additional knowledge, values, and skills for generalist social work practice with diverse populations. Theories are linked to practice interventions. Restricted to social work majors. Prerequisite SOWK 3953 and concurrent with SOWK 4984 or SOWK 4994.
4733 Practice III - 3 hours
Course introduces students to a theoretical framework for analyzing programs and organizations utilizing knowledge, values, and skills of generalist social work practice concentration will be on Social Work practices occurring with programs, communities and organizations. Prerequisite: SOWK 4673. Restricted to Social Work majors.
4741 Independent Study - 1 hour
Contracted independent study for topic not currently offered in regularly scheduled
courses. May include library and/or field projects. Prerequisite: Social work major
or minor and permission of instructor. May be repeated with different topics to a
maximum of three (3) hours credit.
4751 Workshop - 1 hour
An opportunity to study in depth an issue in Social Work of current significance, either in seminar or field trip situations. May be repeated with different topics to a maximum of six hours credit. SOWK 4751 graded by Pass/Fail.
4863 Social Policy - 3 hours
Introduces the student to social welfare policy issues with emphasis in the areas of health and mental health, families and children, and economic security. It provides a beginning knowledge base for professional practice roles in the analysis, formulation, and implementation of policy and emphasizes the need for social reform through policy advocacy.
4873 Human Behavior in the Social Environment II - 3 hours
A study of the social systems' theoretical model and knowledge of human bio-psycho-social development of persons in the environment. Includes other theories and knowledge about social systems in which individuals live (families, groups, organizations, communities and institutions). Application of critical thinking enhances an understanding of the interactions between human behavior in relation to social, cultural, and economic forces. Restricted to Social Work majors. Prerequisite: SOWK 3873.
4962 Senior Seminar - 2 hours
A capstone course that enables students to integrate what they have learned in the social work curriculum and to evaluate their preparation for engaging in entry level generalist social work practice in multicultural environments. Prerequisite: SOWK 4984 and Senior standing. Restricted to Social Work majors.
4984 Social Work Practicum I & Seminar - 4 hours
Designed to integrate theoretical concepts with applied learning experience in an
approved human services agency. Students complete a minimum of 220 hours in the agency, and concurrently attend a weekly seminar on campus that is intended to integrate the knowledge, values and skills of generalist social work practice.
Restricted to senior social work majors. Approval required. Prerequisite: SOWK
3953. Graded Pass/Fail.
4994 Social Work Practicum II & Seminar - 4 hours
Builds upon Practicum I to complete the applied learning experience necessary for entry level competency in generalist social work practice. Course is designed to integrate theoretical concepts with applied learning experience in an approved human service agency. Students complete a minimum of 220 hours in the agency and concurrently attend a weekly seminar on campus that is intended to integrate
knowledge, values and skills of generalist social work practice. Restricted to senior Social Work majors. Approval required. Prerequisite: SOWK 4984. Graded Pass/Fail.
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