Prerequisites: Sociology 220, 261; Psychology 200, 206; lntercultural Studies 200; Economics 201 , 202; Political Science 301; History 310, 319. Program Requirements: The Social Work Program covers a three year sequence. It includes 33 core units and recommended general or special interest electives. Core requirements in social work are: Sociology 363, 364, 365, 366, 367, 368, 369, and 370. A grade point average of at least 3.0 must be sustained. Senior year students should have access to personal transportation to fulfill field assignments. Note: Students in the Social Work Concentration are exempt from United States History 200 because of taking other courses in United States History and Political Science. 261 INTRODUCTION TO SOCIAL WORK AS A CHRISTIAN MINISTRY (3)
development of self awareness fundamental to all areas of social work; knowledge and skills in the casework relationship and problem solving. Emphasis on task-oriented therapy. 366 SKILLS FOR SOCIAL WORK PRACTICE II (3) Emphasis upon the dynamics of gfoup process and its relationship to helping individuals function effectively. Builds on the basic concepts presented in Skills l Prerequisite : 365. 367 FIELD INSTRUCTION I (3 or 6) Opportunity to integrate classroom learning with actual on-the-job training in a social work agency. Variety of available agency settings with placement based upon interest and academic background. May be repeated to a total of six units. 368 FIELD INSTRUCTION II (3 or 6) Professional services to clients by integrating knowledge , attitudes, and skills in more complex social work goals; application to a wider variety of client problems in a social work agency. May be repeated to a total of six units. 369, 370 FIELD SEMINAR AND READINGS I & II (1-3) (1 -3 ) Correlated with Field Instruction I & IL Opportunity for peer learning through participation in small group discussion of attitudes and experiences related to field placements. May be repeated to a total of three units for both 369 and 370.
An appraisal of social work as a profession, and the personal and spiritual qualifications necessary to enter social work. Field visits to selected social agencies; guest lecturers. Prerequisite for a ll Social Work courses. Open to all interested students. 363 SOCIAL WELFARE AS A SOCIAL INSTITUTION (3) Mankind's attempts to meet various types of human need. Ch ild neglect and abuse, crime and delinquency, poverty, problems of the handicapped, families in conflict and individual personality problems. Overview of the cultural , social, economic, and political phenomena which have historically influenced the evolution of social welfare. Emphasis upon Judea-Christian fo undations and the men and women who have significantly alleviated social ills. 364 HUMAN BEHAVIOR IN THE SOCIAL ENVIRONMENT (3) Physiological, psychological, men tal , spiritual, and socio-cultural components of personality development; impact of ethnic background, poverty, and social stress and their effects upon normal growth and development throughout the life cycle. 365 SKILLS FOR SOCIAL WORK PRACTICE I (3) Basic theories and techniques of social casework practice;
Social Science Major
Obj ectives: The Social Science major is an interdepartmental program offered by the departments of History, Political Science, and Sociology. Upon completion of the Social Science major, it is intended that the student will possess an enhanced knowledge of man himself; recognize that his present perspective is based upon the experiences of history; be aware that value systems have definite implications for society as a whole; be able to think analytically as well as to synthesize fragmented knowledge; have an increased awareness of his own social and political responsibilities; have an appreciation of social groups and cultures other than his own; have an appreciation of the worth of a free society; be prepared for graduate study or career opportunities in education, law, service professions, research, business, government or Christian service. Socia/ Science major requ irements: 30 units beyond general education, of which 24 must be upper division. The student must choose a concentration of 15 units in history, political science, or sociology. Students e lecting a concentration in history or sociology must take six units of political science, including 301. It is recommended that the student consider the various offerings. in the social sciences, such as anthropology, geography, and economics, as supporting courses.
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