SW 102 First Year Experience—Social Sciences
An exploration of the academic community in general and to Carlow University in particular. The student is introduced to the history and the mission of the university, then to all its services and departments. Simultaneously, students explore their career goals and learning objectives. This course is graded on a pass/fail basis. Also listed as CM 102, POL 102, PY 102, and SO 102. Fulfills Freshman Year Experience Requirements and one service learning requirement. 1 credit

SW 104 Introduction to Social Work
An introduction to social work as a profession, its historical development, and current practice settings. The course focuses on the history, philosophy, and structure of social movements, social policy, and social services in the United States. Emphasis is placed on critical thinking as it applies to professional values and ethics. A central theme of the course is the exploration of topics concerned with multicultural issues and diversity. This course is required for social work majors but is also applicable for students from related fields who want to explore the history and structure of social services and social work. Students are required to complete a 40 hour observational experience. Fulfills LAI Social and Behavioral Sciences and service learning requirement. (Also SO 104). No Prerequisites. 3 credits

SW 105 Service Learning
Students engage in various supervised service learning activities that provide opportunities to make meaningful contributions to the community. Also listed as SO 105. 1 credit

SW 110 Literacy, Service, and Social Justice
This course incorporates a theoretical and philosophical basis along with a programmatic structure. Allows students to engage in supervised community service activities that provide opportunities to explore civic responsibility. Students will become members of the Pennsylvania Literacy Corps and will be placed with the Carlow University Adult Basic Literacy Program. Also listed as SO 110. 3 credits

SW 201 Introduction to Social Welfare
An exploration of the historical development of social welfare policies, the relationship of policy to social welfare programs and service, and social work values. Also listed as SO 201. 3 credits

SW 204 Theories and Methods of Practice
An introduction to the various approaches to social work practice. A variety of theories and methods are reviewed and discussed, including cognitive behavior theory, systems theory, reality therapy, sex therapy, strengths-based perspective, and task centered practice. Students are provided with the opportunity to practice techniques through skill building sessions. Prerequisites: SW 104. 3 credits

SW 214 Human Behavior and the Social Environment I
An introduction to how personality, environment, and culture interact with one another to shape the individual. Emphasis is placed on the impact this development has on society and the social worker’s role of intervention. Prerequisites: SW 104, PY 101, BIO 157, or permission of instructor. Also listed as SO 214. 3 credits

SW 216 Human Behavior and the Social Environment II
An continuation of HBSE I that explores theories of human behavior in groups, organizations, and communities. A social work ecosystems perspective is combined with sociology and group psychology theories that promote a working knowledge of the operation and impact of macro systems on human behavior. Primary consideration is given to concepts of empowerment, diversity, population-at-risk, and the promotion of social and economic justice. Prerequisites: SW 214 (for Social Work majors), BIO 157 and PY 101. Also listed as SO 216. 3 credits

SW 218 Forensic Treatment and Correction
An exploration of interdisciplinary practices within the correctional environment that present serious challenges to health care 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. Also listed as PY/SO 218. 3 credits

SW 226 Community Resources and Services
An exploration of the community resources and services that are available to social workers and the populations they serve. Students will be required to spend time at agency settings in order to better understand the service delivery system and its impact on people. Fulfills Service Learning Requirement 3 credits

SW 250 Media and Social Change
An analysis of the role the mass media play in developing, sustaining, and challenging stereotypes related to gender, race, and social class. Students will explore changes in policy and institutions that may be needed to improve the representation of social groups within media portrayals, employment, and ownership. This course is team taught as an interdisciplinary course that integrates perspectives from communication studies and social work perspectives. Also listed as CM 250. Fulfills Interdisciplinary requirement (New Core and Old Core) and Writing, Speaking, and Research Skills integrated courses (New Core) 3 credits

SW 270 Cultural Awareness and Human Services
An introduction to a practical social service process stage approach to ethnic and cultural groups. Given our culturally diverse society, intervention practice approaches have universal application to service specific populations. Drawing on cultures as holistic designs for living, insights and strategies for addressing human needs and concerns from a culturally sensitive perspective will be covered. Also listed as PY/SO 270. Prerequisite: SW 104 or permission of instructor. Fulfills Global requirement (New Core). 3 credits

SW 278 Racism, Diversity, and Humanity
An examination of race, ethnicity, gender, class, and sexual orientation as concepts that often divide us from one another and yield tension, pain, injustice, intolerance, conflict, violence, or indifference. Also listed as COM/POL/PY/SW 278. Fulfills the Interdisciplinary Course requirement. 3 credits

SW 301 Social Work with Women
An introduction to the theoretical and practical literature in the field of social work specialized to meet the needs of contemporary women in the United States. Also listed as SO 301. 3 credits

SW 302 Social Work Practice I
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 in a diverse society. Prerequisites: SW 104, SW 201, BIO 157. May be taken simultaneously with SW 214. Social work majors only. 3 credits

SW 303 Social Welfare Policy and Analysis
A continuation of SW 201 Introduction to Social Welfare. Students develop an understanding of current social welfare policies and are able to analyze and discuss their implications. Prerequisite: SW 201 or with instructor permission. Fulfills Research, Speech, and Writing Skills Integration Courses. 3 credits

SW 304 Social Work Practice II
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 families and groups is emphasized. Prerequisites: SW 302, SW 104. Social work majors only. 3 credits

SW 307 Research Methods for Social Sciences I
An interdisciplinary first course social research methods for students majoring in a social science. Students learn the fundamentals of research design and gain an understanding of a variety of research methods. As a final project, students develop a research proposal. Also listed as CM 306 and SO 306. Fulfills Research and Writing skills integration courses. 3 credits

SW 309 Research Methods II
An applied course designed for students to gain field experience in social science research. Students complete a comprehensive research project in the field using the research design created in SW 307. Prerequisite: SW 307 and a statistics course. Also listed as SO 309. Fulfills the Quantitative and Technology skills integration courses. 3 credits

SW 401 Social Work Practice III
An exploration of macro practice, this is the final course in a sequence of three practice oriented courses and is designed to build on SW 302 and SW 304. This course focuses on the further development of professional practice skills and knowledge, primarily addressing the macro level of practice. Social work with groups, organizations, and communities is emphasized including strategies for evaluating outcomes. Skills and values needed to facilitate, enhance, or change community and organizational functioning in a culturally diverse urban community are addressed. Prerequisite: SW 304. Social Work majors only. 3 credits

SW 402 Field Placement I
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. Prerequisites: SW 302 and SW 304. Concurrent enrollment in SW 401, SW 405 and SO 306 is required. Only social work majors who have been fully admitted to the Social Work program may register for this course. 5 credits

SW 404 Death and Dying
A consideration of the current state of social science knowledge of the death and dying experiences of individuals and families. Students explore the individual and family dynamics of death, grief and bereavement. Death rituals and practices of various belief systems are discussed as well as the belief system and cultural practices of students. Skills and techniques for coping and healing are also reviewed. Also listed as SO 404. Fulfills LAI Global requirement. 3 credits

SW 405 Field Placement Seminar I
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 and SO 306 is required. Only Social Work majors who have been fully admitted to the social work program may register for this course. 3 credits

SW 406 Field Placement II
This is the second in a two part sequenced fi eld 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 and SO 309 is required. Only Social Work majors who have been fully admitted to the Social Work program may register for this course. 5 credits

SW 407 Field Placement Seminar II
A seminar designed to advance a student’s integration of theory with practice via the field experience in SW 406. Concurrent enrollment SW 406. Prerequisites: SW 402, SW 405, and SO 306. Only Social Work majors who have been fully admitted to the Social Work program may register for this course. 1 credit

SW 430 Crisis Intervention
An introduction to the various types of crisis situations practitioners may encounter. In addition the course will offer various techniques and provide presentations on a variety of components needed to assist the student in understanding the concepts of crisis intervention. Crisis events can occur in a variety of ways and as practitioners, how we deal with these events can make the difference between healing and hindrance. Emphasis will be upon a general understanding of the implications of techniques to modify, manage, and cope with certain crisis situations. Also listed as PY 430. Fulfills Writing skills integration courses. 3 credits