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SOW 101: Introduction to Social Work

3.00 Credits

Community College of Allegheny County

This course is a survey of American social work including its historical roots, its major processes (social casework, social group work and community organization) and its settings. Special attention is paid to the role of the social worker in the alleviation of community problems. Coursework in this area provides students with the knowledge and values of social work at the introductory level. Prerequisite: Eligible for ENG 101L

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SOW 103: Introduction to Case Management

3.00 Credits

Community College of Allegheny County

This course is an overview of both the theory and practice of case management, and addresses both community and individual practice. It is intended for the entry-level case manager and focuses on how to track and manage a caseload.

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SOW 106: Interviewing Skills

3.00 Credits

Community College of Allegheny County

A course to help beginning practitioners in human services learn to better listen in order to understand problems expressed by clients. Treatment methods are explored. The use of taped material, closed circuit television and role playing methods are taught.

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SOW 110P: Social Work Service Learning Practicum

3.00 Credits

Community College of Allegheny County

This course describes how fieldwork and servant leadership is an essential component of professional development for anyone pursuing a career in Social Work. The focus of this course is to provide the student with an introduction to the many aspects of practice within the social work profession, as well as to provide "hands-on" experience in the community setting. All students will be required to complete 100 hours of service. Students must have three current clearances: FBI Fingerprint Clearance (ACT 114), Pennsylvania State Police Criminal History Clearance (ACT 34) and Pennsylvania Department of Public Welfare Child Abuse History Clearance (ACT 151). Students must also meet the local requirements of their field or community placement. Agencies are selected on the basis of the quality of their professional practice, their dedication to addressing social work issues and their social work related interest area. Prerequisite: SOW 101, Eligible for ENG 101L

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SOW 120: Child Welfare

3.00 Credits

Community College of Allegheny County

Historical and legal bases for services to children, both institutional and non-institutional are examined. Problems, standards, and practices are considered together with the agencies, resident treatment facilities, juvenile courts and protective agencies which implement services.

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SOW 125: Introduction to Social Welfare

3.00 Credits

Community College of Allegheny County

This course acquaints students with the historical development of Social Welfare and Social Welfare policy. It provides students with a national and global perspective, which enables them to better understand social welfare systems, concepts and programs. Prerequisite: Eligible for ENG 101L

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SOW 130: Community Resources

3.00 Credits

Community College of Allegheny County

A review of voluntary and governmental policies and services at local, state, and federal levels. Social legislation providing resources is related to the community service institutions, the groups served and service used.

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SOW 150: Cultural Competence and Diverse Populations

3.00 Credits

Community College of Allegheny County

This course will provide students with the knowledge, values and skills of culturally-competent social work at the foundational level. Emphasis on advocacy, strengths and well-being of diverse individuals, families, groups, organizations and communities will be explored. Prerequisite: Eligible for ENG 101L

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SOW 210: Human Behavior in the Social Environment

3.00 Credits

Community College of Allegheny County

This course provides a conceptual framework for knowledge of human behavior and the social environment with a focus on individuals throughout the life span. Special attention to biological, psychological, social, spiritual and cultural systems will be examined. Prerequisite: Eligible for ENG 101L

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SPA 101: Elementary Spanish 1

3.00 Credits

Community College of Allegheny County

In this course, students learn to develop communicative proficiency in Spanish through an integrated approach incorporating all four language skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing. Grammatical structures, vocabulary and readings are presented as tools for students to develop strong communication abilities. Additionally, students explore and gain awareness of the cultures of the Spanish-speaking world. An emphasis is placed on providing opportunities for practicing pronunciation and conversation to advance listening and speaking skills. Readings allow students to enhance comprehension while writing assignments give practice communicating in Spanish. Students improve their proficiency in comprehending and using Spanish through an approach that develops all language areas. Prerequisite: Eligibility for ENG 101L and CRE 103

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