336 Department Social work and Gerontology Chair: Dr. Donald R. Carpenter Location: Social Science Building, Room 140 Telephone Contact: Brenda Stockberger, 801-626-6157 Professor: Jerry H. Borup; Associate Professors: Donald R.Carpenter, Sharon B. Parkinson, W. Roy Van Orman; Assistant Professors: Mark O. Bigler, Richard I. Hooper, Louise P. Lintz I he goal of social work education at every level is for students to integrate the knowledge, skills, and values of the profession into a generalist practice framework. Social work education takes place in four year undergraduate and two-year graduate programs and leads to professional degrees at the baccalaureate and master's levels, respectively. These levels of education differ from each other in the level of knowledge and skill they expect students to synthesize in practice competence. These distinctions and the discretion provided by the tradition of academic freedom contribute to the desired uniqueness of each program. The Social Work program at Weber State University is accredited at the baccalaureate level by the Council on Social Work Education. Social Work is a self-regulating profession with sanction from public, private and voluntary auspices. Through all its roles and functions and multiple settings, social work is based on knowledge and guided by professional values and ethics. With its central focus on the transactions between people and their environments, social work uses research and theory from social, behavioral, and biological sciences as well as from social work practice itself, developing unique perspective on the human condition. Sound curriculum designs give the educational program the integrated focus inherent in the profession's enduring philosophical base. This ensures historical continuity and provides a stable framework from which to assess and incorporate practice innovations, emerging knowledge, and interdisciplinary exchanges. This combination of curricular stability and flexibility is essential if the program is to respond effectively to changing social forces and provide leadership in the profession's ongoing quest for progressive social change. It is, therefore, essential that all professional social workers have in common, knowledge, skills, and values that are generally transferable from one setting, population group, geographic area, or problem to another. The Social Work program is designed to: (1) prepare students for generalist entry-level social work practice; (2) prepare students for graduate social work education; (3) prepare students to take the Social Service Worker licensing examination; (4) provide a liberal, interdisciplinary learning experience to help students in their understanding of and adjustment to living in a democratic society; and (5) provide continuing educational opportunities for the baccalaureate and paraprofessional social work practitioners. Social Work Major BACHELOR S. OR B.A.) » Program Prerequisite: Must be accepted to the program (see Admissions Requirements described later in this section). » Minor: Required » Grade Requirements: A grade of "C" or better is required in all courses toward and included in this major (a grade of "C-" is not acceptable). In addition, an overall GPA for these courses of 2.50 must be maintained. Also refer to the general grade requirements on page 37. Students not meeting the minimum grade requirements for an individual Social Work course may repeat that course one (1) time before being dropped from the Social Work program. In the rare event a student is unable to complete Soclwk 4860 and 4861 in the field agency they are originally placed, at the discretion of the field placement advisor, the student may request a new placement one (1) time only. Students at any time failing to meet the overall GPA of 2.50 will be given a probationary semester to raise their GPA to the minimum standard. Failure to comply with this policy will result in being dropped from the Social Work program. » Credit Hour Requirements: A total of 120 credit hours is required for graduation ~ a minimum of 38 of these is required within the major not counting the prerequisite courses totaling 18 semester hours. A total of 40 upper division credit hours is required for graduation from Weber State University (courses numbered 3000 and above) ~ a minimum of 35 of these upper division credit hours is required within the Social Work major, plus 3 additional credits in Gerontology 3600 - Social Statistics (which has Quantitative Literacy as a prerequisite), or equivalent as approved by the department chair. Advisement Students accepted into the program 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 prior to registration. Call the Social Work office number, 801-626-6157, or the Department Chair, at 801-626-6155, for more information or to schedule an appointment. Admission Requirements Declare a program of study (see page 19). Satisfactory completion of the following is required prior to formal acceptance into the program: 1. WSU Writing Competency (Composition)* 2. WSU Quantitative Literacy* 3. WSU Computer Literacy* * Refer to General Requirements 4. 60-63 semester graduation hours (or equivalent) including the prerequisite courses listed below for the Behavioral and Social Sciences, Human Development, and Social Work prerequisites. These courses must be completed with a grade of "C" or better and with a total GPA of 2.5 or better. 5. Students agree to abide by the National Association of Social Workers Code of Ethics. Courses Required Prior to Formal Acceptance to the Social Work Program Behavioral and Social Science Prerequisites (9 credit hours) Anthro SS/DV1000 Intro to Anthropology (3) Psych SS1010 Intro to Psychology (3) Soclgy SS/DV1010 Intro to Sociology (3) Human Development Prerequisite (3 credit hours) Zool LS1020 Human Biology (3) Any transfer course in this area must contain only human biology content, courses with animal or plant content are not acceptable Social Work Prerequisites (6 credit hours) SoclWk SS1010 Intro to Generalist Social Work (3) SoclWk 2100 Human Behavior & Social Environment I (3) LS1020 should be taken prior to or concurrently with SoclWk 2100 Formal Admission to the Social Work Program Formal applications for admission to the program will be considered during the semester the student is in the process of completing all the prerequisites or anytime thereafter. Applications may be obtained at the Social Work office (Social and Behavioral Sciences Building, Room 140). The Admissions and Retention Committee will consider all applications and make recommendations in one of the following areas: 1. Full admission to the program 2. Admission to the program with contingencies 3. Denial of admission to the program General Education Refer to pages 37-42 for either Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts requirements. The following courses for the Social Work prerequisite requirements will also fulfill general education requirements: SoclWk SS1010, Introduction to Social Work; Anthro SS/DV1000, Introduction to Anthropology; Psych SS1010, Introduction to Psychology; SS1010, Soclgy Introduction to Sociology; and Zool LS1020, Human Biology. Non-Program Course Required Geront SI3600 Social Statistics (3) (prerequisite - Quantitative Literacy) or equivalent as approved by the department chair; to be completed prior to SoclWk 4861 Course Requirements for B.S. or B.A. The following should be taken after completing the above prerequisites. Courses Required (38 credit hours) SoclWk DV2200 Issues in Diversity (3) SoclWk 3100 Human Behavior in the Social Environment II (2) SoclWk 3200 Child & Family Welfare (2) SoclWk 3500 Social Welfare & Gerontological Policy Development & Services (3) SoclWk SI3 700 Social Work Research (3) SoclWk 3900 Social Work Methods, Values, & Ethics (3) SoclWk 3910 Social Work Practice (3) make application for Social Service Field Experience prior to completing SoclWk 3910 SoclWk 3920 Social Work Practice II (3) SoclWk 3930 Social Work Practice III (3) SoclWk 4500 Interventions for Populations at Risk (3) SoclWk 4860 Social Service Field Experience I (4) SoclWk 4861 Social Service Field Experience II (4) (Must have completed both Research and Statistics) SoclWk 4990 Social Work Senior Seminar (2) Electives (Optional) SoclWk 2920 Short Courses (1-4) SoclWk 4150 DSM IV-R (3) SoclWk 4250 Medical Social Work (3) SoclWk 4600 Social Work in Special Settings (3) SoclWk 4800 Projects & Research (1-3) SoclWk 4810 Experimental Courses (2-3) SoclWk 4830 Directed Readings (1-3) SoclWk 4890 Cooperative Work Experiences (1-3) SoclWk 4920 Social Courses, Workshops, Institutes & Special Programs (1-4) 337 Suggested Course Sequence During the freshman and sophomore years it is assumed the student will complete 63 credit hours which include the prerequisites mentioned above. The following suggested course sequence for the junior and senior years is provided to assist students in planning schedules. Use this only as a guideline; always consult with an advisor. SoclWk 2200 SoclWk 3100 SoclWk SI3700 SoclWk 3900 SoclWk 3200 SoclWk 3500 Geront SI3600* SoclWk 3910 SoclWk 3920 SoclWk 3930 SoclWk 4860 SoclWk 4500 SoclWk 4861 SoclWk 4990 * Geront SI3600 required prerequisite - Quantitative Literacy Social Work DEPARTMENTAL HONORS » Program Prerequisites: Enroll in General Honors Program and complete 10 hours of General Honors Courses (see the Honors Program). » Grade Requirements: Maintain an overall GPA of 3.3. » Credit Hour Requirements: Fulfill the requirements for the Social Work major, of which the following courses must be completed on an Honors basis: SoclWk 2100 (3); 3100 (2); 3200 (2); 3900 (3); and select two courses from SoclWk 3500 (3); 3910 (3); 3920 (2); or 3930 (3); for a total of 5* classes. For the remainder of the Social Work Honors major see the chair of the Social Work department. *Permission from the department chair must be sought before registering in courses for Honors credit. A written agreement will be reached with the appropriate professor regarding the work expected for Honors credit (see the Honors Program). SOCIAL WORK COURSES SoclWk SS1010. Introduction to Generalist Social Work (3) A generalist introduction to the relationships between social systems (individuals, groups, and communities) and the social welfare networks which impact them, including the role of the social work profession. Open to all Weber State University students. SoclWk 2100. Human Behavior and the Social Environment I (3) This is the first course in the Human Behavior and the Social Environment sequence. It identifies the relationships between human developmental stages (from conception to death) and the problems associated with environmental interactions. Systems and theory are examined in the biological, psychological, and sociological arenas. Prerequisite: SoclWk SS1010. (It is suggested that LS1020 be taken before or concurrently with SoclWk 2100.) SoclWk DV2200. Issues in Diversity (3) A study of diversity among individuals, groups, communities, and of issues social workers will need to understand when interfacing with diverse populations. SoclWk 2920. Short Courses, Workshops, Institutes and Special Programs (1-4) 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. 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