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• SOWK 6600: Foundations in SW Policy Prac

  3.00 Credits

  Pennsylvania Western University

  
  Examines the relationship between social problems and social policy. Focuses on foundational skills in policy analysis and social work advocacy. Prepares students to be effective policy practitioners at the micro, mezzo and macro levels with an awareness of historical, social, cultural, economic, environmental and global influences.
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• SOWK 6700: Social Work Research

  3.00 Credits

  Pennsylvania Western University

  
  Focuses on quantitative and qualitative methods in social work with emphasis on problem conceptualization, measurement, design, and use of descriptive and inferential data analyses. In this foundation course, students acquire skills to understand knowledge creation and evidence-based practice in social work.
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• SOWK 6800: Foundation Social Work Field

  3.00 - 6.00 Credits

  Pennsylvania Western University

  
  During this course, students will complete an MSW-supervised field placement (300 hours minimum) within an organization that provides opportunities for generalist social work practice. The foundation field learning experience addresses all CSWE generalist practice competencies across diverse micro, mezzo, and macro practice settings.
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• SOWK 7100: Differential Assessment & Psyc

  3.00 Credits

  Pennsylvania Western University

  
  Focuses on differential mental health assessment with diverse clients and constituencies. Examines human differences and assesses levels of functioning within the context of various systems. Students learn and practice advanced skills in assessing, diagnosing, and referring clients using a trauma-informed lens.
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• SOWK 7300: SW Practice w/ Org & Comm

  3.00 Credits

  Pennsylvania Western University

  
  This course focuses on macro practice skills, behaviors, and knowledge that enable the generalist social worker to effect change at the organizational and community levels. Students will learn how to effectively implement the planned change process within organizations and the community.
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• SOWK 7510: Social Work Administration

  3.00 Credits

  Pennsylvania Western University

  
  Explores theoretical and functional models to effectively manage human services organizations in an increasingly complex environment. Special attention is given to agency management with reference to human rights; social, economic, environmental, and global influences; and the development and maintenance of a trauma-informed agency culture.
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• SOWK 7520: Trauma Theory & Interventions

  3.00 Credits

  Pennsylvania Western University

  
  Provides an introduction to historical and theoretical frameworks for understanding various types of trauma, emphasizing the need for cultural humility when working with diverse populations. Explores treatment models and evidence-based practices used to address trauma and introduces skills necessary to assess, intervene, and evaluate outcomes.
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• SOWK 7530: CBT

  3.00 Credits

  Pennsylvania Western University

  
  Examines the fundamental theory, principles, and skills of cognitive-behavioral therapies. Teaches practical hands-on clinical skills. Students emerge with a thorough grounding in CBT methods and the capacity to integrate CBT into their current practices.
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• SOWK 7540: SW Practice in Substance Use

  3.00 Credits

  Pennsylvania Western University

  
  Provides a framework for understanding substance use disorders and the relationships between trauma and addiction. Students will gain an understanding of intervention approaches with diverse individuals, their families, and communities. Addresses prevention, assessment, and recovery models at the micro, mezzo, and macro levels.
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• SOWK 7550: SW Practice in Mental Health

  3.00 Credits

  Pennsylvania Western University

  
  Examines direct social work practice in behavioral health across all systems. Course content will center on direct practice of integrated mental health in primary care settings with diverse individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities. Course will provide information on engagement, assessment, planning, and intervention.
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