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• SW 6110: Research for Social Work Practice

  3.00 Credits

  Southern Utah University

  
  Examination of fundamentals of the scientific method as applied to research in Social Work practice. Research design, sampling, and measurement will be covered along with developing analytical, evaluative, and interpretive skills needed to understand the professional research literature. Application of statistical analysis to research in Social Work practice will also be explored. (Fall [As Needed], Spring [As Needed]) [Graded Letter] Registration Restriction(s): MSW students only
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• SW 6120: Diversity and Social Justice

  3.00 Credits

  Southern Utah University

  
  This course emphasizes the social work profession's commitment to cultural humility; anti-oppressive practice; diversity, equity, and inclusion; and the advancement of social, economic, and environmental justice. It explores how intersectionality-including factors such as age, social class, culture, disability and ability, ethnicity, gender identity and expression, immigration status, nationality, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and tribal sovereign status-influences experiences of power, privilege, and marginalization. Students learn to practice social work reflexively and in alignment with anti-oppressive principles, including challenging dominant norms and worldviews that contribute to marginalization. The course also requires substantial self-reflection to help students understand their own social positions and how these shape their work as practitioners. (Spring) [Graded Letter] Registration Restriction(s): MSW students only
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• SW 6200: Social Work Practice III: Generalist Practice with Communities

  3.00 Credits

  Southern Utah University

  
  This course introduces students to the foundations of generalist social work practice with communities and organizations-often referred to as macro systems. Students will explore key concepts, theories, and practice models used to understand and work within these larger systems. The course emphasizes how social workers engage, influence, and intervene with communities, organizations, and other macro-level environments to address complex challenges. (Fall) [Graded Letter] Registration Restriction(s): MSW students only
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• SW 6210: Social Welfare Policy

  3.00 Credits

  Southern Utah University

  
  This course critically examines the social welfare system in the United States, both past and present, with a focus on the social, economic, and political problems of marginalized populations. Students learn to utilize policy analysis skills to understand how policy influences social work practice and how they can influence social welfare policy as professionals in the field.(Fall, Spring) [Graded Letter] Registration Restriction(s): MSW students only
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• SW 6300: Social Work Practice IV: Advanced Practice with Individuals & Families

  3.00 Credits

  Southern Utah University

  
  This course provides students with advanced generalist theories, knowledge, values, and skills for competent, ethical, and evidence-based direct social work practice with individuals and families from diverse backgrounds. Students develop, analyze, integrate and apply social work practice theories to advance their knowledge and skills of comprehensive assessment and differential application of treatment approaches and intervention strategies in social work practice. (Fall, Spring) [Graded Letter] Registration Restriction(s): MSW students only
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• SW 6400: Advanced Standing: Bridge to Practice

  3.00 Credits

  Southern Utah University

  
  This course supplements the knowledge, skills, and values foundation developed in participants' BSW programs. Review content learned at the baccalaureate level and material that will help prepare students for the concentration year of the MSW program. Prepares MSW students to transition from the foundation year to the advanced concentration courses. Addresses topics necessary for advanced MSW-level practice and to support effective and ethical micro- and macro-level interventions. Covers key content addressed in SW foundation courses within the BSW program. This course is open to Advanced Standing students only. This is the first course of a required two-course sequence of social work "methods" or practice courses for the Advanced Standing MSW Program. Bridge focuses on applying a problem-solving approach to a broad range of target systems including individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities, based on consideration of diverse populations, those at risk, and the oppressed. In addition, it emphasizes the later stages of the problem-solving process-intervention, evaluation, and termination, particularly intervention options and skills. (Fall) [Graded Letter] Registration Restriction(s): Advanced Standing MSW students only
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• SW 6500: DSM Evaluation and Psychopathology

  3.00 Credits

  Southern Utah University

  
  This course explores psychological difficulties throughout the lifespan (i.e., childhood through adulthood). Behavioral, developmental, and ecological perspectives are used in looking at specific problems such as depression, ADHD, autism, and other difficulties. Students explore theoretical perspectives, the use of the DSM, and practical applications. Students in this course are prepared to identify mental disorders and to understand the necessary professional evaluations needed to formulate a DSM-5 diagnosis in a culturally sensitive and ethical manner. Students are sensitized to the risks and benefits of using diagnosis, with an emphasis on minimizing stigma. Throughout this course, students learn about the most common DSM-5 diagnoses and integrate that knowledge with the use of established diagnostic procedures. In developing a "working diagnosis," students learn to consider the differential diagnosis, individualize and capture missing dimensions of an illness (mental status, severity, cultural idioms, and other details) as well as adapt interventions to various ages, races, genders, and cultures. Students learn how to incorporate DSM-5 requirements into a holistic biopsychosocial approach that includes the use of evidence-based assessments to systematically resolve ambiguities in diagnosis and strengthen diagnostic accuracy. Students also practice communicating and coding DSM-5 diagnoses and their supporting evidence to peers. The course uses case materials for direct skill-building. (Fall) [Graded Letter]
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• SW 6510: Foundation Practicum I

  6.00 Credits

  Southern Utah University

  
  In conjunction with SW 6520 which follows this course, this course provides social work students with practical experience within a social work and/or social services agency. The focus of the foundation practicum is to facilitate students putting theory, skills, and other knowledge gained in the classroom into professional practice under the direct supervision of a field instructor who is an experienced social worker. Offers engaged field education as the central form of instruction and learning to socialize students to become practitioners. Integrates social work theory with practice. Reinforces the purposes, values, and ethics of the social work profession. Fosters the integration of empirical and practice-based knowledge to promote the development of professional competence. (Fall, Spring) [Pass/Fail] Registration Restriction(s): MSW students only
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• SW 6520: Foundation Practicum II

  6.00 Credits

  Southern Utah University

  
  This course is a continuation of SW 6510 to continue gaining competency in social work practice. The course provides SW students with practical experience within a social work and/or social services agency. The focus of the foundation practicum is to facilitate students putting theory, skills, and other knowledge gained in the classroom into professional practice under the direct supervision of a field instructor who is an experienced social worker. Offers engaged field education as the central form of instruction and learning to socialize students to become practitioners. Integrates social work theory with practice. Reinforces the purposes, values, and ethics of the social work profession. Fosters the integration of empirical and practice-based knowledge to promote the development of professional competence. (Spring, Summer) [Pass/Fail] Prerequisite(s): SW 6510 - Prerequisite Min. Grade: P Registration Restriction(s): MSW students only Prerequisite:    SW 6510
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• SW 6530: Advanced Practicum I

  6.00 Credits

  Southern Utah University

  
  In conjunction with SW 6540 which follows this course, this course provides social work students with practical experience within a social work and/or social services agency in the specialist level of practice. SW 6530 and subsequently SW 6540 builds upon competencies gained in the generalist practice or foundation practicum experience. Students will practice putting theory, skills, and other knowledge gained in social work coursework into professional practice under direct supervision of a field instructor who is an experienced social worker. Field education is offered as the central form of instruction and learning to socialize students to become practitioners. Integrates social work theory with practice. Reinforces purposes, values, and ethics of the social work profession. Fosters the integration of empirical and practice-based knowledge to promote the development of professional competence. This course specifically also focuses on critical self-reflection to explore self-care and burnout to prepare students to enter the field and be able to sustain themselves in what is often stressful, traumatizing, or difficult work. (Fall, Spring) [Pass/Fail] Prerequisite(s): SW 6510 and SW 6520 - Prerequisite Min. Grade: P Registration Restriction(s): MSW students only Prerequisite:    SW 6510 A SW 6520
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