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  • SW 321: Research Methods Social Sciences I

    3.00 Credits
    Carlow University

    This is the first in a sequence of research methods courses for students in the Social Work program. This course aims to familiarize students with the most common research methods used in social and behavioral sciences, with an emphasis on critical thinking and becoming informed consumers of research. This course culminates with the final project in which students prepare a research proposal
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  • SW 352: Forensic Psychology

    3.00 Credits
    Carlow University

    An introduction to the science or act of attempting to determine criminal culpability based on an individual's current level of psychological functioning at the time of an offense. It also focuses on an individual's psychological functioning relative to criminal acts with which the offender has been charged
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  • SW 382: Counseling & Therapy for the Aged, Sick & Dying

    3.00 Credits
    Carlow University

    An examination of the contemporary problems of the elderly with special emphasis on crises of illness and bereavement
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  • SW 399: Professional Ethical Leader

    3.00 Credits
    Carlow University

    This course focuses on student development of values, skills and knowledge as professional, ethical leaders in Social Work in preparation for field placement. Students will enhance skills in oral and written communication, time management, leadership, boundaries, networking, working with diverse populations, interviewing, negotiation, and articulation of professional values. They will explore ethics relevant to practice with a focus on engaging with diversity and advancing human rights and social, economic and environmental justice as professionals. Students will also learn about local organizations and agencies that exemplify Social Work's social justice mission as they prepare to enter into field placement internships
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  • SW 400: Independent Study

    1.00 - 8.00 Credits
    Carlow University

    An exploration of an area of study in social work which is not already offered as a course. Students design the course with the consent of a faculty member. Credits vary
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  • SW 402: Field Placement I

    3.00 Credits
    Carlow University

    This is a supervised field placement in a selected human service agency that allows the student to integrate theory with micro, mezzo, and macro practice. Only social work majors who have been fully admitted to the social work program may register for this course. The field placement sequence should be the final course sequence
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  • SW 404: Grief &Loss Across the Lifespan

    3.00 Credits
    Carlow University

    A consideration of the current state of social science knowledge of the grief and loss, death and dying experience of individuals and families throughout the lifespan. Student explore the individual and family dynamics of death, loss, grief and bereavement. Death rituals and practices of various belief systems are discussed as well as the belief systems and cultural practices of students. Skills and techniques for coping and healing are also reviewed
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  • SW 405: Field Placement Seminar I

    3.00 Credits
    Carlow University

    A seminar designed to bring students together in a group setting to help integrate the field experience with practice skills and theory. Concurrent enrollment in SW 402. Only social work majors who have been fully admitted to the social work program may register for this course. The field placement sequence should be the final sequence that students take
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  • SW 406: Field Placement II

    3.00 Credits
    Carlow University

    This is the second in a two part sequenced field placement series. The field placement is designed to develop students' advanced skills and increase competence in utilizing skills acquired in SW 405. Concurrent enrollment in SW 407 is required. Only social work majors who have been fully admitted to the social work program may register for this course. The field placement sequence should be the final sequence that students take
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  • SW 407: Field Placement Seminar II

    3.00 Credits
    Carlow University

    A seminar designed to advance a student's integration of theory with practice via the field experience in SW 406. Concurrent enrollment in SW 406. Only social work majors who have been fully admitted to the social work program may register for this course. The field placement sequence should be the final sequence that students take
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