SOCW 202 Foundations of Social Work

SOCW 202 is an introduction to knowledge, values, and skills of strength-based generalist practice. Skill development in interviewing and generalist process of data collection, assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation and termination. Survey of history of social work and practice in contemporary social service delivery systems. Service learning component of 45 clock hours in approved social services organization is required.

Credits

3

Semester Contact Hours Lecture

42.67

General Education Competency

[GE Core type]

Notes

Includes a 45 hour service learning component

SOCW 202Foundations of Social Work

Please note: This is not a course syllabus. A course syllabus is unique to a particular section of a course by instructor. This curriculum guide provides general information about a course.

I. General Information

Department

Social Sciences

II. Course Specification

Course Type

Program Requirement

General Education Competency

[GE Core type]

Credit Hours Narrative

3

Semester Contact Hours Lecture

42.67

Notes and Advisories (only if included in catalog)

Includes a 45 hour service learning component

Grading Method

Letter grade

Repeatable

N

III. Catalog Course Description

SOCW 202 is an introduction to knowledge, values, and skills of strength-based generalist practice. Skill development in interviewing and generalist process of data collection, assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation and termination. Survey of history of social work and practice in contemporary social service delivery systems. Service learning component of 45 clock hours in approved social services organization is required.

IV. Student Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this course, a student will be able to:

  • Identify with the social work profession, it’s mission and core values, and conduct oneself accordingly.
  • Apply critical thinking to inform and communicate professional judgments.
  • Engage in research-informed practice and practice-informed research.
  • Engage, assess, intervene and evaluate with individuals and families.
  • Demonstrate communication skills, both oral (speaking and listening) and written (writing and reading) skills.
  • Demonstrate critical thinking skills in a variety of contexts.
  • Demonstrate personal responsibility, dependability and problem-solving.

V. Topical Outline (Course Content)

Service Learning Lecture Papers Presentation

VI. Delivery Methodologies

Required Assignments

Attendance Service Learning Service Learning Agreement Service Learning Journal Service Learning Reflection papers x 2 Journal Article Review Paper and Presentation Evidenced-Based Practice Presentation Service Learning Verification Letter

Required Exams

Midterm Final Exam

Required Text

Ruffolo et al. 2015. Direct Social Work Practice: Theories and Skills for Becoming an Evidence-Based Practitioner. Thousand Oaks, CA: SAGE Publications. ISBN: 9781483379241

Specific Course Activity Assignment or Assessment Requirements

Attendance Service Learning Service Learning Agreement Service Learning Journal Service Learning Reflection papers x 2 Journal Article Review Paper and Presentation Evidenced-Based Practice Presentation Service Learning Verification Letter Midterm Final Exam