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  • SW 218: Forensic Treatment & Corrections

    3.00 Credits
    Carlow University

    An exploration of interdisciplinary practices within the correctional environment that present serious challenges to healthcare professionals who work in the correctional system. This course emphasizes a team approach in providing treatment to forensic consumers as well as the general population of a correctional environment
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  • SW 270: Cultural Humility in Social Work

    3.00 Credits
    Carlow University

    An introduction to an intersectional approach to ethnic and cultural groups. In the course, students will learn to apply and communicate an understanding of the importance of diversity and difference in shaping life experiences relevant to all levels of Social Work practice. Using a paradigm that recognizes the role of oppression and discrimination, students will develop self-awareness and self-regulation skills to manage the influence of personal biases and values in working with diverse clients and constituencies
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  • SW 279: Special Topics:

    1.00 - 3.00 Credits
    Carlow University

    Provides an opportunity to present specially designed courses in individual and distinctive topic areas
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  • SW 280: Immigration in the United States

    3.00 Credits
    Carlow University

    An introduction to immigration within the context of the United States and the local community. Students will learn about refugees and immigrants using an intersectional approach grounded in cultural humility through listening to the lived experiences of these populations. Students will also explore the political and legal atmosphere for immigrants today and develop concrete skills for working with refugees and immigrants in the context of helping professions
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  • SW 298: Social Work Pathways & Healthcare

    3.00 Credits
    Carlow University

    This course examines health and social work, social work practice in a variety of settings, and the understanding of healthcare issues specific to special populations. An intersectionality lens is used to promote a greater understanding of an individual's multiple status of identity including race, ethnicity, nationality, class, education, religion, gender, sexuality, and the values and ethical issues in a health care environment. The course underscores the importance of understanding access, ethics, equality, empowerment, prevention, outcomes, and quality of life
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  • SW 302: Social Work With Individuals

    3.00 Credits
    Carlow University

    An exploration of the basic knowledge, values, and skills of the profession of social work. The student becomes familiar with theoretical knowledge, develops basic interviewing skills, and utilizes value clarification to understand what is involved in effective, ethical social work practice and case management in a diverse society. (Micro practice course). May be taken by non-social work majors with permission of the instructor
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  • SW 303: Social Welfare Policy

    3.00 Credits
    Carlow University

    The historical, economic, social, and political facets of policies are examined from the social work practitioner perspective. Policies as society's response to human social problems will be analyzed and discussed for their immediate and long-range implications. Special attention will be given to governmental entities and non-profit organizations that address social problems through service provisions. Each student will analyze in-depth one social welfare policy
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  • SW 304: Social Work with Families

    3.00 Credits
    Carlow University

    An enhancement of the application of knowledge and skills of generalist social work practice designed to enhance the skills introduced in SW 302. Discussion and simulation of assessment, intervention, and practice with families is emphasized. (Mezzo practice course)
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  • SW 305: Social Work with Groups

    3.00 Credits
    Carlow University

    An enhancement of the application of knowledge and skill of generalist social work practice and is designed to build upon SW 302. Discussion and simulation of practice with educational, support, task, and therapeutic groups is emphasized
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  • SW 309: Social Work Practice in Healthcare

    3.00 Credits
    Carlow University

    This course is designed to develop the knowledge, skills, and values necessary for effective health care social work practice with patients and families. Advocating for and ensuring patients and families have access to the necessary resources, as well as addressing emotional and psychosocial needs are emphasized. The technological, social, political, ethical, and financial factors affecting patient care are explored. Case studies and exercises emphasize the importance of practicing social workers attentiveness to both patient and organizational needs. Emerging trends in health care policy and delivery are addressed as well as social work practice across the continuum of care
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