Social Work (SWK)

I, II. Introduces philosophy, values, ethics, and processes of the social work profession; emphasizes the bases of Generalist practice theory; areas of practice; social justice and the role of violence in society.

I, II. Prerequisites or co-requisites: PSY 200 (grade of C or better) and SWK 210 (grade of C or better). Bio- psycho-social perspective of human behavior and social interactions based on systems theory. Explores traditional and alternative paradigms of developmental life cycle and family interactions. Emphasis on developmental diversity in a multicultural society.

I, II. Pre- or Co-requisite: SWK 350 and SWK 354 and overall GPA 2.5 or above. Acceptance into the full social work program. This course will examine the value base of the profession and its ethical standards and frameworks of ethical decision making and apply principles of critical thinking to those frameworks in practice, research, and policy arenas; the importance of lifelong learning; and the use of digital technology and the ethical use of technology in social work practice. After successfully completing this course, students will be prepared to begin their practicum experience.

I, II. Prerequisite: ENG 102, or ENG 105(B), or HON 102. History of social welfare policy, its role and relationship with other social institutions; structure and function of U.S. system compared to other national systems; inequitable distribution of resources, and its contribution to an oppressive environment. Credit will not be awarded to students who have credit for SWK 310W.

I, II. Prerequisite or corequisite: SWK 225. Examination and application of theories of community, organizational and group behavior. Critical analysis of the social, economic and political forces and institutions that impact human behavior.

I, II. Prerequisite or corequisite: SOC 232 or STA 215. Pre- or corequisite must have a grade of C. The course teaches the application of both qualitative and quantitative research methods within the context of social work practice.

(3) A. Prerequisite: ENG 102 or ENG 105 (B) or HON 102. Introduction to the science of stress and stress management focusing on developing lifetime habits of wellness and self-care for the helping professions. Major focus on experiential, evidence-based stress management exercises. Fulfills University Wellness requirement.

I, II. Prerequisite: Admission to the Social Work Program, SWK 225. Prerequisite or Corequisite: SWK 335. Corequisite: SWK 354. Theoretical base for social work practice from a generalist perspective. Focuses on the social work process: problem identification; data collection and synthesis; assessment; planning and intervention; termination; and evaluation. Emphasis on multidimensional assessment and practice ethics.

I, II. Corequisite: SWK 350. Focuses on interactional activities and exercises that foster the development of interviewing skills, data collection, contracting, synthesis, assessment, service contracting and use of relationship skills.

I, II. Prerequisites: SWK 335, SWK 350, and SWK 354. Addresses the social work process with groups and families with a focus on assessments, intervention, implementation, and evaluation of practice strategies. Facilitation of psycho-educational groups to practice group work skills.

A. Prerequisite: Admission to the Public Child Welfare Certification Program (PCWCP) and departmental approval. Knowledge base for identification, risk determination and psycho-social assessment of child abuse, neglect and dependency situations. Explores service delivery, role of the court, and the impact of cultural and institutional violence. Required course for PCWCP.

I, II. Prerequisite: SWK 335 and SWK 350. Prerequisite or corequisite: SWK 390. Social Work process and skills applied to assessment and intervention with networks, organizations, and communities. Emphasis on community research; program development and evaluation; grantsmanship; strategies to advance social justice and address institutional and cultural violence.

I, II. Prerequisite: ENG 102 or 105(B) or HON 102. Open to all majors. Campus Fall; Online Spring. This course will examine current theories pertaining to crisis intervention, assessment strategies, key public policy issues, and the treatment system.

I, II. Prerequisites: SWK 350, SWK 354, and SWK 300 with at least a C, and overall GPA 2.5 or above. Corequisite: SWK 390P Social Work Practicum I. Integration of material gained from practice and theory courses within the realities of practice as they occur in in the agency settings, working with clients, utilizing community resources, interacting with other professionals, and in functioning effectively within an organization. Social Work majors only.

I,II. Prerequisites: SWK 350 and SWK 354 and overall GPA 2.5 or above. Co-requisites: SWK 390 Practicum I Seminar & Personal Liability Insurance. Applications of social work skills, knowledge and values during a minimum of 100 hours of supervised practice in a social agency approved by the Practicum Director. Application must be made through Practicum Team the semester preceding placement. Social Work majors only.

I, II. Pre or corequisites: SWK 310 with a minimum grade of "C". Dynamics of policy implementation at administrative, judicial, and legislative levels: policy analysis, formulation, modification, and evaluation; focus on policies that contribute to social injustices and policies that foster the creation, enhancement, or promotion of violence.

A. Prerequisite: ENG 102 or ENG 102R. Open to all majors. Campus Fall; Online Spring. This course is designed to give students an introduction to mental health disorders, prevalence, incidences, and manifestation in a variety of populations and settings. Credit will not be awarded to students who have credit for HEA 380.

I, II. Prerequisites: Junior or Senior standing. Open to all majors. This course will examine how to assess, intervene, and treat individuals, families, and groups with substance abuse and other addictions. The course will examine addictions from a strengths perspective.

A. Prerequisite: SWK 358 and admission to Public Child Welfare Certification Program (PCWCP). Development of assessment, intervention, and prevention skills in child abuse and neglect. Focus is on public agency involvement. Required course for PCWCP.

A. Prerequisite: departmental approval. Recommended Junior or Senior standing. Open to all majors. Course content will be determined by interests and developments in the profession. May be retaken to a maximum of nine hours.

A. Prerequisite: instructor approval. Critical appraisal of societal values of priorities underlying services to children. Examines range of services and skills used in social work practice with children; understanding psycho-social needs of children.

A. Examines societal values relating to the elderly; psycho-social needs of the elderly; community-based and institutional services; and dynamics of working with the elderly and their families. Open to all majors.

I, II. Prerequisites: Overall GPA of 2.5 and completion of all other major requirements with a minimum grade of “C.” Corequisite: SWK 490P Social Work Practicum II; Professional Liability Insurance. Integration of material gained from practice and theory courses within the realities of practice as they occur in the agency settings, working with clients, utilizing community resources, interacting with other professionals, and in functioning effectively within an organization while identifying and working to alleviate oppressive conditions in the lives of their clients. Application must be made through Practicum Director the semester preceding placement. Social Work majors only.

I, II. Prerequisites: Overall GPA of 2.5 and completion of all other major requirements with a minimum grade of “C.” Corequisite: SWK 490 Seminar II & Personal Liability Insurance. Advanced applications of social work skills, knowledge and values during a minimum of 300 hours of supervised practice in a social agency or community organization approved by the Practicum Director over the course of the semester. Application must be made through Practicum Team the semester preceding placement. Social Work majors only.

(1-6) A. Student must consult with the faculty supervisor and have the independent study proposal form approved by faculty supervisor, program director, and departmental chair prior to enrollment. May be retaken to a maximum of six hours.

A. Prerequisite: Departmental approval. A directed research experience for social work majors that integrates a research experience with the students’ professional development and the production of a substantive deliverable product (e.g., poster or conference presentation).

A. Prerequisite: Junior or senior standing. Provides clinical and scientific knowledge about the history and range of consequences associated with alcohol and drug addiction. Credit will not be awarded for both SWK 561 and SWK 761.

A. Prerequisite: Junior or senior standing. Open to all majors. Provides clinical and scientific knowledge about the treatment of alcohol and drug addiction. Credit will not be awarded for both SWK 562 and SWK 762.

A. Prerequisite: Departmental approval. Provides clinical and scientific knowledge about the history and range of consequences associated with alcohol and drug addiction. Credit will not be awarded for both SWK 561 and SWK 761.

A. Prerequisite: Departmental approval. Provides clinical and scientific knowledge about the treatment of alcohol and drug addiction. Credit will not be awarded for both SWK 562 and SWK 762.

(3) A. Introduction to generalist social work practice including the importance of self-care, professional ethics, and respect for diversity with the opportunity to build skills in facilitating therapeutic relationships.

A. Pre and/or Co Requisite(s): SWK 860, 870, 880 and admission to the MSW Program. Students are introduced to different models of interprofessional collaboration and the importance of interprofessional social work practice. Students study the role of the social worker, as a member of an interprofessional team, across different settings, and populations.

(3) I, II. Applies current research and various paradigms to explain how biopsychosocial-spiritual development across the lifespan and in relation to the social environment shapes individual functioning and family interactions.

(3) I, II. Prerequisite: SWK 800 with a minimum grade of “B” or departmental approval. Prerequisite or corequisite: SWK 810. Applies current research and various paradigms to explain how social, cultural forces, and institutions shape group, organization, and community interactions.

(3) I, II. Prerequisite: SWK 800 and SWK 810 with a minimum grade of “B” or departmental approval. Foundation for social work practice with individuals. Draws from current research and various paradigms with the opportunity to practice facilitating the generalist intervention method to develop skills in ethical, culturally inclusive micro practice.

(3) I, II. Prerequisite: SWK 800 and SWK 810 with a minimum grade of “B” or departmental approval. Prerequisite or Corequisite: SWK 820. Foundation for qualitative and quantitative research with the opportunity to critically evaluate research methodology and plan a research study for ethical, culturally inclusive social work practice across client systems.

(3) I, II. Prerequisites: SWK 815 and SWK 820 with a minimum grade of “B” or departmental approval. Foundation for social work practice with families and groups. Draws from current research and various paradigms with the opportunity to practice facilitating a psychoeducational group to develop skills in ethical, culturally inclusive mezzo practice.

(3) I, II. Prerequisite: SWK 815, SWK 820 and SWK 830 with a minimum grade of “B” or departmental approval. Prerequisite or corequisite: SWK 845. Foundation for generalist social work practice with organizations and communities. Draws from current research and various paradigms with the opportunity to practice facilitating a task group to develop skills in ethical, culturally inclusive macro practice.

(3) I, II. Prerequisite: SWK 800 with a minimum grade of “B” or departmental approval. Engages students as agents of change starting with policy analysis, formulation, modification, and evaluation at administrative, judicial, and legislative levels. There is an emphasis on personal and social empowerment to foster policies and practices that support a just society.

A. Prerequisite: MSW Program Admission, Practicum Director approval of placement, SWK 800 and SWK 810 completed with at least a “B” or departmental approval. Supervised practice in a social agency and foundation seminar to discuss the application of social work knowledge, skills, competencies, behaviors, ethics, and values necessary for evidence-based generalist practice.

A. Prerequisite: MSW Program Admission and Practicum Director approval of placement; SWK 800, SWK 810, and SWK 850 completed with at least a “B” or Departmental approval. Supervised practice in a social agency and foundation seminar to discuss the application of social work knowledge, skills, competencies, behaviors, ethics, and values necessary for evidence-based generalist practice.

I, II. Prerequisite: Admission to Generalist Program and all generalist courses completed with a minimum grade of “B” or departmental approval. This course offers an opportunity to review, integrate, and apply knowledge for the demonstration of proficiency with all nine competencies in generalist practice as a foundation for ethical, culturally inclusive, and evidence-based interprofessional social work practice.

A. Prerequisite: Admission to Advanced Standing or all generalist courses completed with a minimum grade of “B” or departmental approval. Opportunity to focus on the application of micro-level social work theories, skills, evidence-based interventions, and research methods for practice evaluation in order to engage in ethical, culturally inclusive, and evidence-based interprofessional micro social work practice.

A. Prerequisite: Departmental approval. Addresses what supports a healthy lifestyle that includes stress management and perceived quality of life. Emphasis is on evidence-based approaches and experiential learning to inform the development and maintenance of a plan for self-care.

A. Prerequisite: Departmental approval. Critical appraisal of societal values underlying services to children. Examines a range of social and child welfare services, impact of public policies, and interventions to support children and families.

A. Prerequisite: Departmental approval. Applies current research and various paradigms to describe factors that shape the aging process. Class activities inspire new insights that can be used to better support older adults and their amilies.

A. Prerequisite: Departmental approval. Examination of current theories pertaining to the fundamentals of trauma and traumatic stress that can lead to crisis. The implications of crisis intervention to modify, manage, and cope with trauma will be addressed.

A. Prerequisite: Admission to EKU Graduate School or departmental approval. Describes how professionals can address spiritual issues that emerge in health and mental care settings. Students will also explore how their own beliefs influence daily life and work.

A. Prerequisite: Admission to Advanced Standing or all generalist courses completed with a minimum grade of “B” or departmental approval. Opportunity to focus on the application of mezzo-level social work theories, skills, evidence-based interventions, and research methods for practice evaluation in order to engage in ethical, culturally inclusive, and evidence-based interprofessional mezzo social work practice.

A. Prerequisite: Admission to Advanced Standing or all generalist courses completed with a minimum grade of “B” or departmental approval. Opportunity to focus on the application of theories of change and social justice, community engagement, and research methods for program evaluation in order to engage in ethical, culturally inclusive, interprofessional macro social work practice.

A. Prerequisite: Admission to Advanced Standing or completion of all generalist courses with a minimum grade point average of 3.0 or program permission. Practicum Director approval of placement. Corequisites: SWK 860, SWK 870, and SWK 880. Supervised practice in a social services organization, non-traditional organization that integrates social work, and advanced seminar to integrate social work theory and practice with interdisciplinary knowledge for ethical, culturally inclusive evidence-based practice.

A. Prerequisite: Admission to the MSW program with Advanced Standing or completion of all Generalist courses with a minimum grade point average of 3.0 or Department permission. Practicum Director approval of placement. Prerequisites: SWK 890. Corequisites: SWK 860, SWK 870, and/or SWK 880. Supervised practice in a social services organization, non-traditional organization that integrates social work, and advanced seminar to integrate social work theory and practice with interdisciplinary knowledge for ethical, culturally inclusive evidence-based practice.

(2). I, II. Prerequisite: All generalist and advanced courses completed with a minimum grade of “B” or departmental approval. Opportunity to review, integrate, and apply knowledge for the demonstration of proficiency with all nine competencies that inform ethical, culturally inclusive, and evidence-based interprofessional social work practice.

A. Student must consult with the faculty project advisor and have the independent study proposal form approved by their faculty project advisor, program director, and department chair prior to enrollment. Course may include intensive reading in a specialized area, synthesizing literature on a topic, completing a research project, or other assignment arranged with faculty advisor. May be retaken to a maximum of nine hours.