' 328 329 SoclWk SI3700. Social Work Research (3) Social work research and its relationship to social work theory and practice. The class will include content on qualitative, quantitative and single system research methodologies; analysis of data, including statistical procedures; systematic evaluation of practice; analysis and evaluation of theoretical bases, research questions, methodologies, statistical procedures, and conclusions of research reports; and relevant technological advances. The course will also identify how the research curriculum contributes to the student's use of scientific knowledge for practice. Prerequisite: SoclWk SS1010. (Must be completed before entering SoclWk 4861.) SoclWk 3900. Social Work Methods, Values, and Ethics (3) An ecological system and generalist approach to social work practice methods. Content is germane to various systems and subsystems typically implicated in problems encountered by social workers. A study of values and ethics will assist the social worker to understand the proprieties of professional practice. Prerequisites: SoclWk SS1010, 2100, 2200 and formal admittance to the social work program. SoclWk 3910. Social Work Practice I (3) An intensive knowledge-based generalist course concentrating on micro social work intervention skills combining lecture and hands- on experiences. Prerequisite: SoclWk 3900. SoclWk 3920. Social Work Practice II (3) A generalist course directed at understanding and demonstrating the principles, concepts and techniques of planned change in mezzo settings including families and small groups. Prerequisite: SoclWk 3910. (Must be taken concurrently with SoclWk 3930 and 4860.) SoclWk 3930. Social Work Practice HI (3) A generalist course designed to illustrate the principles, concepts and techniques of planned change in macro settings including institutions, organizations, and communities. (Must be taken concurrently with SoclWk 3920.) SoclWk 4150. DSM IV-R (3) This elective course is designed to familiarize the social work student with the diagnostic Statistical Manual for Mental Disorders (DSM IV-R classification). The DSM IV-R provides the practitioner with a systematic diagnostic tool for practice and research. SoclWk 4250. Medical Social Work (3) This elective course explores the process and dynamics of the provision of social work services within the medical service delivery system. SoclWk 4500. Interventions for Populations at Risk (3) A course designed to study populations at risk with an emphasis on women and people of color. Interventions to alleviate conditions of human suffering are stressed. Prerequisite: SoclWk 3910. SoclWk 4600. Social Work in Special Settings (2-4) This elective course is designed to accommodate special topic areas in Social Work practice. (Maximum hours toward graduation 4.) SoclWk 4800. Projects and Research (1-3) This elective course allows for supervised projects and primary research in various areas of social work. Limited to senior students. Prerequisite: Consent of department chair and instructor. SoclWk 4810. Experimental Courses (2-3) This elective course is designed to accommodate new courses under an experimental format. SoclWk 4830. Directed Readings (1-3) This elective course is an individual readings for seniors who are majoring in social work for a maximum of 3 credit hours, permission must be obtained from the instructor. Students are required to complete a minimum of 1000 pages of selected readings per class hour requested for credit. SoclWk 4860. Social Service Field Experience I (4) This field practice course requires a minimum of 200 hours of supervised field service in an approved social service agency. The emphasis is to include micro, mezzo, and macro practice opportunities. Prerequisite: Formal admittance to Field Experience required. (Must be taken concurrently with SoclWk 3920 and 3930.) SoclWk 4861. Social Service Field Experience II (4) This field practice course requires a minimum of 200 hours of supervised field service in an approved social service agency. The emphasis is to include micro, mezzo, and macro practice opportunities. Prerequisites: SoclWk SI3700, SoclWk 4860, Geront SI3600. (To be taken concurrently with SoclWk 4990.) SoclWk 4890. Cooperative Work Experience (1-3) This TBA elective course provides opportunity for students to earn academic credits for on-the-job experiences. Prerequisites: SoclWk 3910 and consent of department chair and instructor. SoclWk 4920. Short Courses, Workshops, Institutes, and Special Programs (2-4) Consult the semester class schedule for the current offering under this number. The specific title and credit authorized for these elective courses will appear on the student transcript. SoclWk 4990. Social Work Senior Seminar (2) This course requires preparation and discussion of social work concepts and topics, and information and techniques in obtaining a job and selecting a graduate school. Prerequisite: SoclWk 4860. (Must be taken concurrently with SoclWk 4861.) GERONTOLOGY Uerontology is the multi- disciplinary study of the processes of aging from conception to death with special focus on the later life cycle and the problems associated with aging and the aged in society. Individuals working in the field of aging need a broad range of knowledge that transcends a single academic discipline. The Gerontology Program at Weber State University is designed to: (1) provide preparation for employment in both the private and public sector including working with senior citizen centers, nutrition programs, housing projects, long-term care facilities, state and local aging programs, Hospice, research, senior volunteer programs, job services, retirement planning and other age-related employment; (2) provide continuing education for job enrichment and preparation for persons already in the aging employment sector through consultation, workshops and academic courses to enhance career opportunities; (3) provide general education courses designed to assist students in understanding and dealing with older persons within their family and society at large; (4) encourage students to go directly into aging employment and/or to seek graduate degrees in gerontology or related fields leading to positions in national, regional and local aging network sectors. Gerontology Major » Program Prerequisite: Not required. » Minor: Required. » Grade Requirements: A grade of "C" or better in courses used toward the major (grade of "C-" is not acceptable) in addition to an overall GPA for Gerontology courses of 2.25 or higher. Also refer to the general grade requirements for graduation under General Requirements. » Credit Hour Requirements: A total of 120 credit hours is required for graduation - a minimum of 31 of these is required within the major. A total of 40 upper division credit hours is required (courses numbered 3000 and above) - 19-28 of these are required within the major. Advisement Students are assigned to a faculty advisor for academic and professional advising. The faculty advisor assists students with course scheduling, academic counseling, and professional self- assessment. Students are required to see their faculty advisor at least one time per semester. Call the Social Work/Gerontology office number, 801-626-6157, or the Department Chair at 801-626-6155 for more information or to schedule an appointment. Gerontology majors must consult with their Gerontology advisor before registering each semester. Only Gerontology majors/minors will be allowed in Gerontology 4830 and 4920 unless special permission from the department chair has been received. Admission Requirements Declare your program of study (refer to page 18). Students must file "Major/Minor Declaration" form with the department office. General Education Refer to pages 35-40 for either Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts requirements. Geront SS1010 will fill both a major/minor and general education requirement. Course Requirements for B.S. or B.A. Degree Required Gerontology Courses (22 credit hours) Geront SS1010 Intro to Gerontology (3) Geront DV3320 Ethnicity & Older Women in America (3) Geront SI3400 Methods of Research (4) Geront 3500 Social Welfare & Gerontological Policy Development & Services (3) Geront SI3600 Social Statistics (3) Geront 4860 Intro Field Practicum (2) Geront 4861 Advanced Field Practicum (2) Geront 4990 Senior Seminar (2) Gerontology Elective (3 credit hours) Select 1 course from the following 4 courses Geront 2220 Intro to Social Gerontology (3) Geront 3000 Death & Dying (3) Geront 3120 Aging: Adaptation & Behavior (3) Geront 4650 Retirement: Adjustment / Planning (3) Support Course Electives (6 credit hours) Select a minimum of six credit hours from one of the following five areas: (1) Counseling, (2) Health and Leisure, (3) Administrative/ Management, (4) Social Services, and (5) Nutrition. Students who complete a double major in a related approved field will satisfy this requirement. It should be noted that prerequisites for classes listed below must be satisfied. • Counseling Psych 3430 Theories of Personality (3) Psych 4310 Intro to Counseling Theories (2) Psych 4340 Skills & Techniques of Counseling (4) Soclgy 3000 Intro to Social Psychology (3) Soclgy 3540 Small Group Leadership (3) Anthro HU/DV2300 Language & Culture (3) SoclWk 3910 Social Work Practice I (3) SoclWk 3920 Social Work Practice II (3) • Health and Leisure Health 3400 Substance Abuse Prevention (3) HthSci 1101 Medical Terminology (2) HthSci 1120 Concepts & Social Impact of Health Care Systems (3) HthSci 3328 Pathophysiology of Organs & Systems (2) Anthro LS2200 Biological Anthropology (3) PE 1080 Fitness for Life (1) PE 2480 Fitness for Life Concepts (1) Rec 3810 Recreation Leadership & Management (3) • Administrative/Management Acctng 2010 Elem Financial Accounting I (3) Acctng 2020 Elem Financial Accounting II (3) BusAdm 3000 Small Business (3) Mktg 3010 Marketing (3) • Social Services (select from two academic areas) SoclWk SS1010 SoclWk 2100 SoclWk 3900 Anthro DV3500 ChFam 2400 ChFam 4400 • Nutrition Nutri LS1020 Nutri 2020 Nutri/Hlth 3420 Nutri/Hlth 4420 Intro to Generalist Social Work (3) Human Behavior & the Social Environment I (3) Social Work Methods, Values & Ethics (3) Elements of Culture (3) Family Relations (4) The Family in Stress (4) Foundations in Nutrition (3) Food Values, Diet & Health (3) Multicultural Health & Nutrition (3) Health & Nutrition in the Older Adult (3) Suggested Course Sequence The following suggested course sequence is provided to assist students in planning their schedules. Use this only as a guideline and be sure to consult with an advisor. During Freshman and Sophomore years take general education and elective courses. Geront 3500 Geront SI3600 Area Course SiMQJLfAIL. Geront DV3320 Geront SI3400 Area Course ! niop Spring Geront 4860 Geront Elective Geront 4990 Geront 4861 Geront Elective GERONTOLOGY DEPARTMENTAL HONC » Program Prerequisites: Enroll in the General Honors Program and complete 10 hours of General Honors courses (see the Honors Program). » Grade Requirements: Maintain an overall GPA of 3.3. 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