407 Social Work Practice III (3)
The fourth of a four-course social work practice sequence, this course builds on and significantly expands the knowledge base and level of professional sophistication already attained by the student. The focus of the course is community practice and program evaluation. Fall semester. Prerequisites: Social Work 307, 342, 376, 408. Corequisites: Social Work 412, 413, 417.
408 Social Work Ability Seminar II (1)
Designed to assist social work majors with understanding the ability-based approach and becoming skilled at self-assessment. Seminar content will focus on the learning styles, self-assessment, and using feedback from multiple sources. Students will learn methods for integrating projects from various courses into their E-Portfolios and prepare for the Field Fair. Spring semester. Prerequisites: Social Work 306, 308, 312, 333. Corequisites: Social Work 307, 342, 376.
410 Social Work Policy and Practice (3)
This is the second in the two course social welfare sequence and builds upon the foundation provided in Social Work 201. It is designed to develop analytical skills and the ability to engage in critical thinking concerning social welfare programs, policies and issues. Focus is on critical assessment of current social welfare policies and structure. Political elements in social welfare policy development and implementation will also be explored. Spring semester. Prerequisites: Social Work 407, 412, 413, 417. Corequisites: Social Work 441, 442, 476, 490.
412 Field Education I (4)
This is the first course of the two part Field Education experience. The course provides an opportunity for students to apply practice theory to the development of generalist practice skills, and to become familiar with agency structures, functions, and programs. A minimum 15 hours per week in the agency setting required; the last 30 hours may be used for completing the agency-based research project. Prerequisites: Social Work 307, 342, 376, 408; a minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA and a minimum 2.50 major GPA. Corequisites: Social Work 407, 413, 417.
413 Integrative Field Seminar I (1)
This course is designed to provide a forum for providing mutual support, discussing and completing departmental assignments, exploring on-going practice concerns in the field practicum, and creating an arena in which peer learning takes place. Fall semester. Prerequisites: Social Work 307, 342, 376, 408; approved statistics course. Corequisites: Social Work 407, 412, 417.
417 Applied Research (3)
This course builds on the research and statistical knowledge and skills learned in previous course work. A comparison of both quantitative and qualitative research methodologies will be explored and examined. Fall semester. Prerequisites: Social Work 307, 342, 376, 408; approved statistics course. Corequisites: Social Work 407, 412, 413.
423 Child Welfare II (3)
This is the second in a series of two courses offered as part of the Tennessee Child Welfare Certification Program. It is designed to assist students in acquiring the practice skills to become culturally competent child welfare workers. The course will analyze the practices of various human/social service agencies that provide services aimed at children, youth and families. Spring semester. Prerequisite: Social Work 323.
435 School Social Work and the Law (3)
This course provides an orientation to social work practice in the public school setting. It covers historical, legal, and political developments that affect the modern day roles and functions of the social worker in the school setting, and covers the types of students served, resources and knowledge needed to deliver services and n overview of the public school system. This course is required for Tennessee state certification as a school social worker. On demand. Prerequisites: Social Work 306, 312.
441 Integrative Field Seminar II (1)
This course is designed to provide a forum for exploring on-going practice concerns in the field practicum, and creating an arena in which peer learning takes place. The course also provides a vital link between the theoretical knowledge, skills and values derived from course work and practice realities of the field practicum. Spring semester. Prerequisites: Social Work 407, 412, 413, 417. Corequisites: Social Work 410, 442, 476, 490.
442 Field Education II (4)
This course builds on the experiences of the first semester field education course, and provides an opportunity for students to apply theory to practice in their work with individuals, families, communities, and groups. A minimum of 200 total clock hours will be spent working in an approved agency; the last 30 hours may be used for completing the agency-based research project.. Prerequisites: Social Work 410, 441, 476, 490; a minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA and a minimum 2.50 major GPA. Corequisites: Social Work 410, 441, 476, 490.
460 Social Work Practice with Aging Families (3)
An overview of social work knowledge, skills, and values applicable to working with older adults and their families. Content includes an examination of theories and attitudes toward aging, the nature and limitations of gerontological social work forces shaping the delivery system, major biopsychological dimensions in practice, and different models of intervention. On demand. Prerequisites: Social Work 306, 312.
476 Data Analysis (1)
This course provides instruction for using the statistical software package, SPSS, to solve statistical problems, analyze and interpret data. Different types of statistical tests and analysis are covered. Spring semester. Prerequisites: Social Work 407, 412, 413, 417. Corequisites: Social Work 410, 441, 442, 490.
490 Senior Seminar (2)
The Senior Seminar is designed to support students in the successful completion of the social work program’s ability-based curriculum. Special emphasis is given to the completion of the E-Portfolio project, demonstrated mastery of the program’s ten core abilities, and participation in the Senior Showcase Event. Spring semester. Prerequisites: Social Work 407, 412, 413, 417. Corequisites: Social Work 410, 441, 442, 476.
495r Departmental Honors (1-3 hours per term, 4 hours for the two terms)
On demand. See Departmental Honors. Students must submit an Individual Studies/Research Contract to the Records Office at the time of registration.
497r Research (1-4)
On demand. Prerequisite: approval of department head. Students must submit an Individual Studies/Research Contract to the Records Office at the time of registration.
498r Individual Studies (1-4)
On demand. Prerequisite: approval of department head. Students must submit an Individual Studies/Research Contract to the Records Office at the time of registration.
499r Group Studies (1-4)
On demand. Prerequisite: approval of department head.
