Social Work
SWK 103 3
Credits
Introduction to Social Work (s)
Introduction to the profession of social work and the human
services delivery system. Examines historical development of social work
focusing on the knowledge, values and skills that characterize the social
worker. Orientation to the context for social work, including the diversity of
human needs, human services, social policy and legislation. Services, programs
and career opportunities within rural and urban Alaska, as well as nationally,
are discussed. (3 + 0) Offered Fall, Spring
SWK 220 3
Credits
Ethics, Values and Social Work Practice (s)
The professional nature and meaning of generalist social work
practice. Examines the NASW code of ethics. Introduces interpersonal
communication and interviewing. Assists students in making decisions about
social work or other helping professions. (Prerequisite: SWK 103 or permission
of instructor.) (3 + 0) Offered Fall, Spring
SWK 305O 3
Credits
Social Welfare History (s)
Analysis of social inequality and the U.S. social welfare
system. Traces the historical development of government responses to social
inequality and explores historical and persisting dilemmas in the provision of
social welfare services. (Prerequisites: COMM 131X or 141X, SWK 103 or SOC
100X or ANTH 100X.) (3 + 0) Offered Fall
SWK 306W 3
Credits
Social Welfare: Policies and Issues
Social policies and how they effect the delivery of social services.
Factors influencing development of the current social service system. Analysis
of dilemmas which develop in a welfare system attempting to deal with rapid
social change. Alternative approaches to the solution of social problems and
possible future developments. (Prerequisites: ENGL 111X; ENGL 211X or
ENGL 213X or permission of instructor; SWK 103 or SOC 100X or ANTH 100X.)
(3 + 0) Offered Spring
SWK 310 3
Credits
Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders
An overview of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders with a
particular focus on the needs, issues and programs that are specific to Alaska.
(Prerequisites: SWK 103 or permission of instructor.) (3 + 0) Offered
As Demand Warrants
SWK 320W 3
Credits
Rural Social Work
Preparation for practice in rural areas characterized by the
need for multiple delivery systems, unique local customs and inadequate
resources. Emphasis on preparation for practice nationally with unique features
of Alaska incorporated at key points. (Prerequisites: ENGL 111X; ENGL 211X or
213X or permission of instructor; SWK 103.) (3 + 0) Offered
Spring
SWK 341 3
Credits
Human Behavior in the Social Environment I (s)
Theoretical frameworks for organizing knowledge about
personality development, social behavior and the organization of groups and communities.
An emphasis is placed on the bio-psycho-social perspective of human
development, birth through adolescence. (Prerequisites: SOC 100X or ANTH 100X;
SWK 103; and PSY 101.) (3 + 0) Offered Fall
SWK 342O 3
Credits
Human Behavior in the Social Environment II
Theoretical frameworks for organizing knowledge about
personality development, social behavior and the organization of groups and
communities. An emphasis is placed on the bio-psycho-social perspective of
human development, young adulthood through later life. (Prerequisites: COMM
131X or 141X; SOC 100X or ANTH 100X; SWK 103, PSY 101; and social work
major.) (3 + 0) Offered Spring
SWK 350W 3
Credits
Women's Issues in Social Welfare and Social Work Practice (s)
(Cross-listed with WMS 350W)
Examination of theories
and research concerning women's issues in the field of social work and in the
social welfare system, with particular emphasis on women in poverty and women
of color. Contemporary policy issues and strategies of empowerment will be
covered. (Prerequisites: ENGL 111X; ENGL 211X or ENGL 213X; SWK 103
or SOC 100X; or permission of instructor.) (3 + 0) Offered Alternate
Fall
SWK 360 3
Credits
Child Abuse and Neglect
Dynamics, implications and treatments of child abuse and
neglect for individuals and families in rural and urban Alaska. (Prerequisites:
SWK 103 or permission of instructor.) (3 + 0) Offered Spring
SWK 370 3
Credits
Social Work and the Aging Society (s)
Examination of the aging process, theories, political
processes and social work generalist intervention strategies with the aging
population. The rapidly changing social and health issues of the older adults
are addressed in a multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural approach.
(Prerequisites: SWK 103 or permission of instructor.) (3 + 0) Offered
As Demand Warrants
SWK 375W 3
Credits
Research Methods in Social Work (s)
Course has a two-fold objective: to help students become
critical consumers of research in the social sciences and to allow students to
carry out beginning research studies. Course sequentially covers phases of the
research process, whether quantitative or qualitative. (Prerequisites: SWK 103,
ENGL 111X, ENGL 211X or 213X.) (3 + 0) Offered Fall
SWK 460 3
Credits
Social Work Practice I
Development of beginning skills in interviewing and helping
processes with individuals, families and groups. Application of intervention
strategies and techniques made to case materials, primarily in family and child
welfare services. Contracting, case management and social brokerage.
(Prerequisites: social work major, senior standing, concurrent enrollment in
SWK 461.) (3 + 0) Offered Fall
SWK 461 3 or
6 Credits
Practicum in Social Work I
Individual training and practice in a social service agency.
Students signing up for 3 credits, complete 100 hours; students signing up for
6 credits complete 200 hours of direct practice in an approved agency under the
supervision of a field instructor. (Prerequisites: social work major, senior
standing and approval from practicum coordinator.) (1 + 15)
(1 + 7) Offered Fall
SWK 463 3
Credits
Social Work Practice II
Further development of student's knowledge of direct practice
with clients and development of beginning skills in community work including
social planning. Emphasis on aspects of rural practice such as utilization of
community associations and the informal helping network. Taken concurrent with
SWK 464. (Prerequisites: social work major, senior standing and concurrent
enrollment in SWK 464.) (3 + 0) Offered Spring
SWK 464 3 or
6 Credits
Practicum in Social Work II
Continuation of SWK 461; further direct practice experience
in an agency. Students signing up for 3 credits, complete 100 hours; students
signing up for 6 credits complete 200 hours of practice in an approved agency
under the supervision of a field instructor. Taken concurrent with SWK 463.
(Prerequisites: SWK 460, 461, social work major and senior standing.)
(1 + 7) (1 + 15)
SWK 466 3 or
6 Credits
Practicum in Social Work III
Further direct practice experience in an approved agency
under the supervision of a field instructor. Students enrolled in 3 credits
must complete 100 hours of practicum. Students enrolled in 6 credits must
complete 200 hours of practicum. (Prerequisites: Social Work Major, senior
standing, SWK 460, SWK 463, SWK 461 and SWK 464.) (0 + 7)
(0 + 15) Offered Summer, As Demand Warrants
SWK 470 3
Credits
Theories of Chemical Dependency and Social Work Practice (s)
Examination of research and theories of chemical dependency
from a social work, systems/ecological framework. Critically examines current
theory and practice in terms of effectiveness, cultural appropriateness and
validity with vulnerable populations. (Prerequisites: SWK 103 or
permission of instructor.) (3 + 0) Offered As Demand Warrants
SWK 484 3
Credits
Seminar in Social Work Practice Areas
Covers problem areas in social work. Problem areas vary in
different semesters, content announced in class schedule prior to each
semester. Course may be repeated for credit when topic varies. (Prerequisites:
SWK 103 or permission of instructor.) (3 + 0) Offered As Demand
Warrants