3/4/2015 DATE Social Science & Education DIVISION

3/4/2015 DATE Social Science & Education DIVISION

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ELECTIVE COURSE X REVISION

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COURSE NUMBER HSP120 TITLE Introduction to Social Work

SEM CR HRS 3 LT HRS 3 LAB HRS SOE HRS ECH 3

COURSE PCS # (Assigned by Administration)

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Catalog Description (40 Word Limit): An introduction to generalist practice: Historical origins, values and ethics, practice methods, research considerations, and policy issues in social work. Examination of diverse and at-risk populations; the wide variety of problems workers confront, knowledge and skills of the worker.

Overview of Social Work6

The Ecological-Systems Perspective3

Cultural diversity3

Generalist Practice3

Role of the Professional3

Social Service Delivery System3

Strategies of Intervention6 Ethics and Values 6

Methods9 Accommodation 3

EVALUATION: Quizzes X Exams X Oral Pres. X Papers X_

Lab Work Projects X Comp.Final X Other

Textbook: Title Introduction to Social Work and Social Welfare; Empowering People

Author Zastrow

Publisher Cengage Learning

Volume/Edition 11th Copyright Date 2014

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Overview of Social Work6Define the nature, purpose, andfunction of social work.

The Ecological-Systems Perspective3Identify qualities of a

system and the impact

of a systems approach to helping.

Generalist Practice3Describe practice modelsincluding humanistic,

medical, behavioral, and psychoanalytic

Cultural Diversity3 Explain diverse perspectives of groups (racial, gender, social class, ethnic, and age groups) including the impact of racism, poverty, and sexism upon individuals, families, and communities.

Role of the Professional3Identify professional

roles, responsibilities, related careers and professions, trends, and professional practice opportunities.

Social Service Delivery System3Identify social settings, funding of services, staffing
patterns, and service
service delivery issues.

Establish contact with the community social work professionals.

Strategies of Intervention6Explain the importance of various strategies of intervention: Direct- service, systems- change, worker strategies and multi-causality.

Ethics and Values6Identify social work values; specifically social justice, democratic principles, and self-determination of populations at-risk. Distinguish between values and ethics.

List the major components of the Code of Ethics ofNASW.

Methods9Explain the basic methods ofintervention in problem situations at the individual, group community levels. Identify characteristics of an interview, case management, group facilitation and program

planning.

Accommodation3Student will apply the ecological systems approach to address problems of individuals and groups: Awareness of environments, and modifying interventions aimed at improving relationships and the enhancement of functioning.

This course meets the following general education goals:

Goal #3 Analyze the impact of decisions on civilization.

Objective a: Appraise current social issues from an historical perspective.

Goal #5 Demonstrate an understanding of the impact of change.

Objective a: Discuss current human problems.

Goal # 7 Survey major human value and belief systems.

Objective a: Demonstrate an understanding of the impact of values and beliefs on societal dynamics.

Objective b: Approach ethical dilemmas analytically.

Goal # 8 Understand human interdependence.

Objective a. Recognize the relationship between the environment and human health.

Objective b; Understand concepts of social and civic responsibility.

Course Outcomes: At the successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

• Students will gain knowledge about professions available in the social work/human services field.
• Students will gain insight into how it feels to be disabled
• Students will be able to explain the impact of poverty, racism, and sexism upon individuals, families, and communities.