Department of Social Work

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Chair

Prof. Stephanie Saulnier
(859) 622-1645
Keith 224

Program Director 

Dr. Stefanie Binion

(859) 622-3026

Keith 228

Faculty

G. Ashley; S. Binion; A. Callahan; D. Higgins; K. Martin; 

Master’s

Certificate

Courses

SWK 761.  Alcohol and Drug Assessment.  (3 Credits)  
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.

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SWK 762.  Alcohol and Drug Treatment.  (3 Credits)  
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.

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SWK 800.  The Social Work Relationship.  (3 Credits)  
(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.

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SWK 801.  Interprofessional Social Work Practice.  (2 Credits)  
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.

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  1. ● Describe the models of interprofessional collaboration in social work practice.\\n● Demonstrate social work practice skills in an interprofessional collaboration.\\n● Analyze the professional role of the social worker in interprofessional practice.\\n● Evaluate a client case study and the roles of each member of an interprofessional team.\\n● Employ culturally responsive skills in interprofessional social work practice.\\n● Identify an interprofessional approach as a social worker on an interprofessional team. \\n● Understand Teamwork Values and Ethics working on interprofessional team as a social worker.
  
SWK 810.  Human Behav Social Enviro I.  (3 Credits)  
(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.

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SWK 815.  Human Behav Social Enviro II.  (3 Credits)  
(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.

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SWK 820.  Social Work Practice I.  (3 Credits)  
(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.

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SWK 825.  Social Work Research Methods.  (3 Credits)  
(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.

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SWK 830.  Social Work Practice II.  (3 Credits)  
(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.

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SWK 840.  Social Work Practice III.  (3 Credits)  
(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.

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SWK 845.  Soc Policy Analy and Advoc.  (3 Credits)  
(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.

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SWK 850.  Generalist Practicum.  (3 Credits)  
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.

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  1. After successful completion of this course, students will be able to:\\n\\n,
  2. Application of Social Work Knowledge and Skills: Students will begin proficiency demonstrating the ability to apply social work theories, models, and interventions to real-world client situations. This includes skills in assessment, intervention planning, implementation, and evaluation.\\n,
  3. Ethical and Professional Behavior: Students will begin proficiency demonstrating ethical decision-making, adhere to the NASW Code of Ethics, and maintain professional boundaries in their interactions with clients, colleagues, and supervisors.\\n,
  4. Engagement with Diverse Populations: Students will begin proficiency demonstrating cultural humility and competence in working with clients from diverse backgrounds, including those with different racial, ethnic, cultural, socioeconomic, and sexual orientations.\\n,
  5. Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving: Students will begin proficiency demonstrating the ability to critically analyze client situations, identify strengths and challenges, and develop creative and effective solutions to complex problems.\\n,
  6. Communication and Interpersonal Skills: Students will begin proficiency demonstrating effective communication skills, both verbal and written, in their interactions with clients, colleagues, and supervisors. This includes active listening, empathy, and the ability to build rapport.\\n,
  7. Self-Reflection and Professional Development: Students will begin proficiency engaging in ongoing self-reflection and evaluation of their practice, identifying areas for growth and seeking out opportunities for professional development.\\n,
  8. Advocacy and Social Justice: Students will begin proficiency demonstrating an understanding of social justice issues and advocate for clients' rights and access to resources. This includes advocating for policy change and addressing systemic barriers to equity and inclusion.\\n,
  9. Understanding Agency Functioning and Community Resources: Students will begin proficiency gaining knowledge of the agency's mission, policies, and procedures, and become familiar with community resources available to clients.\\n,
  10. Professionalism and Time Management: Students will begin proficiency demonstrating professionalism in their demeanor, appearance, and communication. They will also demonstrate effective time management skills, balancing their practicum responsibilities with academic coursework and personal commitments.\\n,
  11. Integration of Theory and Practice: Students will begin proficiency integrating theoretical knowledge learned in the classroom with their practical experiences in the field, demonstrating the ability to apply theory to practice and vice versa.
  
SWK 851.  Generalist Practicum II.  (3 Credits)  
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.

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  1. After successful completion of this course, students will be able to:\\n\\n,
  2. Application of Social Work Knowledge and Skills: Students will show proficiency demonstrating the ability to apply social work theories, models, and interventions to real-world client situations. This includes skills in assessment, intervention planning, implementation, and evaluation.\\n,
  3. Ethical and Professional Behavior: Students will show proficiency demonstrating ethical decision-making, adhere to the NASW Code of Ethics, and maintain professional boundaries in their interactions with clients, colleagues, and supervisors.\\n,
  4. Engagement with Diverse Populations: Students will show proficiency demonstrating cultural humility and competence in working with clients from diverse backgrounds, including those with different racial, ethnic, cultural, socioeconomic, and sexual orientations.\\n,
  5. Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving: Students will show proficiency demonstrating the ability to critically analyze client situations, identify strengths and challenges, and develop creative and effective solutions to complex problems.\\n,
  6. Communication and Interpersonal Skills: Students will show proficiency demonstrating effective communication skills, both verbal and written, in their interactions with clients, colleagues, and supervisors. This includes active listening, empathy, and the ability to build rapport.\\n,
  7. Self-Reflection and Professional Development: Students will show proficiency engaging in ongoing self-reflection and evaluation of their practice, identifying areas for growth and seeking out opportunities for professional development.\\n,
  8. Advocacy and Social Justice: Students will show proficiency demonstrating an understanding of social justice issues and advocate for clients' rights and access to resources. This includes advocating for policy change and addressing systemic barriers to equity and inclusion.\\n,
  9. Understanding Agency Functioning and Community Resources: Students will show proficiency gaining knowledge of the agency's mission, policies, and procedures, and become familiar with community resources available to clients.\\n,
  10. Professionalism and Time Management: Students will show proficiency demonstrating professionalism in their demeanor, appearance, and communication. They will also demonstrate effective time management skills, balancing their practicum responsibilities with academic coursework and personal commitments.\\n,
  11. Integration of Theory and Practice: Students will show Course proficiency integrating theoretical knowledge learned in the classroom with their practical experiences in the field, demonstrating the ability to apply theory to practice and vice versa.\\n
  
SWK 855.  Generalist Capstone.  (2 Credits)  
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.

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SWK 860.  Interprofessional Micro Practice.  (3 Credits)  
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.

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SWK 863.  Stress Management & Self-Care.  (3 Credits)  
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.

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SWK 864.  Child and Family Services.  (3 Credits)  
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.

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SWK 865.  Social Gerontology.  (3 Credits)  
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.

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SWK 866.  Crisis Intervention.  (3 Credits)  
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.

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SWK 867.  Spirit Sensitivity Help Profes.  (3 Credits)  
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.

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SWK 870.  Interprofessional Mezzo Practice.  (3 Credits)  
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.

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SWK 880.  Interprofessional Macro Practice.  (3 Credits)  
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.

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SWK 890.  Interprofessional Practicum.  (3 Credits)  
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.

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  1. Foundational Social Work Practice:\\n• Apply social work knowledge, values, and ethics: Students will begin to demonstrate a strong understanding of social work theories, ethical principles, and practice skills in their practicum setting.\\n• Start to Develop core social work skills: This includes skills in assessment, intervention, evaluation, communication, and cultural humility.\\n• Begin to Engage in ethical and reflective practice: Students should critically analyze their own practice, identify areas for growth, and adhere to ethical standards in all interactions.\\nInterprofessional Collaboration:\\n• Start Developing interprofessional competencies: Students should demonstrate the four core competencies outlined by IPEC: \\no Values/Ethics for Interprofessional Practice\\no Roles/Responsibilities\\no Interprofessional Communication\\no Teams and Teamwork \\n• Begin Collaborating effectively with professionals from other disciplines: This includes communicating effectively, understanding different professional roles and perspectives, and working together to achieve shared goals.\\n• Start to Engage in interprofessional teamwork: Students should actively participate in and contribute to interdisciplinary teams, demonstrating skills in conflict resolution, shared decision-making, and collaborative problem-solving.\\nApplication to Real-World Settings:\\n• Start to Apply knowledge and skills in a real-world setting: Students should effectively translate their classroom learning into practice within their chosen practicum agency.\\n• Begin Developing specialized skills in a specific area of practice: This might include mental health, healthcare, child welfare, or community organizing.\\n• Start to Gain experience working with diverse populations: Students should demonstrate cultural humility and responsiveness when working with clients from diverse backgrounds.\\nProfessional Development:\\n• Start to Develop professional identity and values: Students should reflect on their experiences and solidify their professional identity as social workers committed to social justice and ethical practice.\\n• Begin to Enhance self-awareness and professional growth: Students should actively seek feedback, identify areas for improvement, and engage in continuous professional development.\\n• Start to Prepare for ethical and competent social work practice: The practicum experience serves as a bridge between academic learning and professional practice, preparing students for future careers as social workers.\\n
  
SWK 891.  Interprofessional Practicum II.  (3 Credits)  
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.

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  1. Foundational Social Work Practice:\\n• Apply social work knowledge, values, and ethics: Students should demonstrate a strong understanding of social work theories, ethical principles, and practice skills in their practicum setting.\\n• Develop core social work skills: This includes skills in assessment, intervention, evaluation, communication, and cultural humility.\\n• Engage in ethical and reflective practice: Students should critically analyze their own practice, identify areas for growth, and adhere to ethical standards in all interactions.\\nInterprofessional Collaboration:\\n• Develop interprofessional competencies: Students should demonstrate the four core competencies outlined by IPEC: \\no Values/Ethics for Interprofessional Practice\\no Roles/Responsibilities\\no Interprofessional Communication\\no Teams and Teamwork \\n• Collaborate effectively with professionals from other disciplines: This includes communicating effectively, understanding different professional roles and perspectives, and working together to achieve shared goals.\\n• Engage in interprofessional teamwork: Students should actively participate in and contribute to interdisciplinary teams, demonstrating skills in conflict resolution, shared decision-making, and collaborative problem-solving.\\nApplication to Real-World Settings:\\no Apply knowledge and skills in a real-world setting: Students should effectively translate their classroom learning into practice within their chosen practicum agency.\\no Develop specialized skills in a specific area of practice: This might include mental health, healthcare, child welfare, or community organizing.\\no Gain experience working with diverse populations: Students should demonstrate cultural humility and responsiveness when working with clients from diverse backgrounds.\\nProfessional Development:\\n• Develop professional identity and values: Students should reflect on their experiences and solidify their professional identity as social workers committed to social justice and ethical practice.\\n• Enhance self-awareness and professional growth: Students should actively seek feedback, identify areas for improvement, and engage in continuous professional development.\\n• Prepare for ethical and competent social work practice: The practicum experience serves as a bridge between academic learning and professional practice, preparing students for future careers as social workers.\\nThese goals aim to produce social work graduates who are not only skilled practitioners but also effective collaborators, ready to contribute to interprofessional teams and address complex social issues in a collaborative and culturally responsive manner.\\n
  
SWK 895.  Interprofessional Capstone.  (2 Credits)  
(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.

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SWK 899.  Indep Study in Social Work.  (1-3 Credits)  
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.

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