Admission: Students intending to pursue social work as a Christian career must complete and submit an application form prior to the second semester of their sophomore year. The forms may be obtained from the Sociology Department and except by special arrangement must be on file by October 15th for the spring semester. At the successful completion of Sociology 261 , Introduction to Social Work as a Christian Ministry, those students who wish to declare the Social Work Concentration will be given further opportunity for assessing their personal fitness for a career in social work through the use of a specially designed evaluative test and individual counseling with a member of the social work faculty. Prerequisites: Sociology 220, 261; Psychology 200, 206; lntercultural Studies 300; 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
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 group process and its relationship to helping individuals function effectively. Builds on the basic concepts presented in Skills I. Prerequisite: 365.
CHRISTIAN MINISTRY (3)
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 all 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. Child 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 Judeo-Christian foundations and the men and women who have significantly alleviated social ills.
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
364 HUMAN BEHAVIOR IN THE SOCIAL
ENVIRONMENT (3)
Physiological, psychological , mental , 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
(1-3) (1 -3 )
Correlated with Field Instruction I & II. 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.
life cycle.
365 SKILLS FOR SOCIAL WORK PRACTICE I (3) Basic theories and techniques of social casework practice;
Social Science Major
Objectives: The Social Science major is an interdepartmental program offered by the departments of History, Political Science, and Public Administration and Sociology. Upon completion of the Social Science major, it is intended that the student will gain a wider perception of the nature of man; 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 and develop an understanding of and a commitment to Christian values; synthesize fragmented knowledge; have an increased awareness of his own social and political responsiblities; have an appreciation of social groups and cultures other than his own; have an appreciation of the worth of a free society; and be prepared for graduate study or career opportunities in education, law, service professions, research, business, government or Christian Service. Social Science major requirements: 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/public administration, or sociology. Students electing 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 Intercultural Studies, geography, and economics, as supporting courses.
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