1. PRESENTACIÓN DEL TRABAJO DE GRADO
3.6 PROCEDIMIENTO
(Students must be admitted to the BSW program to register in these courses)
Social Work 3301A/B – Direct Practice Skills
This course will provide the opportunity to develop direct practice skills within a strengths-based and critically reflective framework, building upon foundational interviewing skills developed in pre-program courses and learning and practising the skills of engagement, use of self, goal setting, as well as the production of written assessments and recordings.
Antirequisite(s): Social Work 3311A/B and 3312A/B
Prerequisite(s): Registration in the professional BSW (Honors) program, or permission of the School 3 lecture hours, 0.5 course
Social Work 3302A/B – Resiliency and Social Work
A critical inquiry lens examines dominant cultural discourse(s) in fields of practice to acquire critical thinking and reflective skills for social work practice. Institutional discourse delivery systems are investigated from perspective of the practicing social worker engaged in critical appraisal of practice at intersection of the client, social worker and institutional setting.
Antirequisite(s): Social Work 3311A/B and 3312A/B
Prerequisite(s): Registration in the professional BSW (Honors) program, or permission of the School 3 lecture hours, 0.5 course
Social Work 3303A/B – Individual and Family Development
Introduces and examines human growth and development within socio/ecological and family contexts.
Multiple theoretical frameworks will engage students in assessment of how individuals function during everyday social life within families, communities and cultures. Emphasis placed on the combination of personal and social conditions that enhance or inhibit adaptive developmental functioning.
Antirequisite(s): Social Work 3313A/B and 3314A/B
Prerequisite(s): Registration in the BSW (Honors) program, or permission of the School 3 lecture hours, 0.5 course
Social Work 3308F/G - The Political, Economic and Social Context of Canadian Social Work Practice
An analysis of major political, social and economic aspects of Canadian society relevant to the development and implementation of social welfare policies and the practice of Social Work. This course will include an emphasis on globalization, the role of the media as an interpreter, and practice elements such as advocacy, coalition building, lobbying, and political involvement.
Antirequisite(s): The former Social Work 303, 361a/b, and 310F/G.
Prerequisite(s): Social Work 1021A/B and 1022A/B, or the former Social Work 1020, Social Work 2214A/B and 2215A/B, or the former Social Work 2204, and Social Work 2206A/B and 2207A/B, or the former Social Work 2205 or equivalent.
Extra Information: 3 hours, 0.5 course.
Social Work 3316A/B - Social Work Practice with Individuals and Families
This course explores various practice approaches in working with individuals and families. Assessment and intervention skills, techniques and methods are emphasized within a broader structural, social, economic, and political context.
Antirequisite(s): The former Social Work 301, 351a/b.
Prerequisite(s): Social Work 1021A/B and 1022A/B, or the former Social Work 1020, Social Work 2214A/B and 2215A/B, or the former Social Work 2204, and Social Work 2206A/B and 2207A/B, or the former Social Work 2205 or equivalent; Social Work 3311A/B, 3313A/B, 3314A/B.
Extra Information: 3 hours, 0.5 course.
Social Work 3318A/B - Social Work Practice with Communities
The scope of this course includes values, knowledge and skills related to developmental and change processes at the community level in Canadian society. Students will focus particularly on theory and practice relevant to fostering knowledge about "community" and competency in dealing with issues at the
"community" level.
Antirequisite(s): The former Social Work 303, 353a/b.
Prerequisite(s): Social Work 1021A/B and 1022A/B, or the former Social Work 1020, Social Work 2214A/B and 2215A/B, or the former Social Work 2204, and Social Work 2206A/B and 2207A/B, or the former Social Work 2205 or equivalent; Social Work 3308F/G, 3311A/B.
Extra Information: 3 hours, 0.5 course.
Social Work 3319A/B - Social Work, Ethics and the Law
This course engages students in a process of ethical reasoning relevant to professional social work practice. Theories of ethical reasoning are explored in day-to-day practice and in confronting controversial social issues affecting vulnerable populations. Legislation, court systems and procedures are examined in the light of their ethical and legal aspects.
Antirequisite(s): The former Social Work 4413A/B, 425a/b, 455a/b.
Extra Information: 3 lecture hours, 0.5 course
Social Work 3333A/B – Social Work Theory and Practice with Small Groups
An examination of group structure, process, skills and development as they relate to theory and practice.
Emphasis on understanding relationships between structural elements, interactional sequences, group purpose and functions; relationship between group process and group task activities will be examined in depth, including conflict resolution in group settings.
Antirequisite(s): Social Work 3315A/B and 3317A/B
Prerequisite(s): Registration in the professional BSW (Honors) program, or permission of the School 3 lecture hours, 0.5 course
Social Work 3344A/B – Social Justice and Social Work: Examining Issues of Oppression, Inclusion and Diversity
This course explores diversity in the context of anti-oppressive practice at micro, mezzo and macro levels.
A critical theoretical perspective is used to examine conceptual frameworks related to diversity, such as social inclusion and multiculturalism. Students will learn culturally competent approaches to working with individuals and diverse communities.
Prerequisite(s): Registration in the professional BSW (Honors) program, or permission of the School.
Antirequisite(s): Social Work 4421A/B 3 lecture hours, 0.5 course.
Social Work 3320Y - Practicum and Integration Seminar
A beginning, structured, practice experience in selected human service agencies which reflects demonstrable competency in professional practice. Bi-weekly seminars focusing on integration of practice issues and theory.
Antirequisite(s): Social Work 3350B, and the former Social Work 380y and 319b.
Prerequisite(s): Social Work 1021A/B and 1022A/B, or the former Social Work 1020, Social Work 2214A/B and 2215A/B, or the former Social Work 2204, and Social Work 2206A/B and 2207A/B, or the former Social Work 2205 or equivalent; and first-term third-year Social Work courses.
Corequisite(s): Second-term Social Work courses.
Extra Information: 2 hour Integration Seminar every other week all year. Practicum in second term Monday, Wednesday and every other Friday.
Extra Information: 0.5 course
Social Work 3350B - Practicum and Integration Seminar
A beginning, structured, practice experience in selected human service agencies which reflects demonstrable competency in professional practice. Bi-weekly seminars focusing on integration of practice issues and theory.
Antirequisite(s): Social Work 3320Y, and the former Social Work 380y and 319b.
Prerequisite(s): Social Work 1021A/B and 1022A/B, or the former Social Work 1020, Social Work 2214A/B and 2215A/B, or the former Social Work 2204, and Social Work 2206A/B and 2207A/B, or the former Social Work 2205 or equivalent; and first-term third-year Social Work courses.
Corequisite(s): Second-term Social Work courses.
Extra Information: 2 hour Integration Seminar every other week, 0.5 course.
Practicum in second term Monday, Wednesday and every other Friday.
Social Work 4400 - Practicum and Integration Seminar
An advanced, structured, practice experience in selected human service agencies which reflects demonstrable competency in professional practice. Bi-weekly seminars focusing on integration of practice issues and theory.
Antirequisite(s): The former Social Work 401, 411y, 419, 466y, 476y, 480.
Corequisite(s): Social Work 4414F/G, 4415A/B, 4421A/B.
Extra Information: 2 hour Integration Seminar every other week, all year. 3 days per week Practicum. 1.0 course.
Social Work 4414F/G - Analysis of Canadian Social Policies
An introduction to the policy development process at government, agency and individual levels and the manner in which these policies are translated into programs and actions.
Antirequisite(s): Social Work 3309F/G, the former 210, 270.
Prerequisite(s): Third-year social work courses.
Extra Information: 3 lecture hours, 0.5 course
Social Work 4415A/B - Organizational Context of Practice
An examination of the agency as the context for professional practice. Provides an overview of various organizational structures and processes, and considers such work-related topics as supervision, personnel policies, employee motivation, performance appraisal, life-long learning, and worker stress and professional burn out.
Antirequisite(s): The former Social Work 410, 445a/b and 472a/b.
Prerequisite(s): All third-year Social Work courses.
Corequisite(s): Social Work 4400 or permission of the Director.
Extra Information: 3 lecture hours, 0.5 course.
Social Work 4420A/B - Child Welfare
Exploration of theoretical frameworks and required competencies to assess, understand and intervene in families where children may be at risk of maltreatment or neglect. Emphasis on knowledge and skills applicable to delivery of child protection services in a multicultural environment.
Antirequisite(s): The former Social Work 457a/b offered prior to September 2001.
Prerequisite(s): Third-year Social Work courses.
Extra Information: 3 lecture hours, 0.5 course.
Social Work 4421A/B - Anti-Oppressive Social Work Practice
Explores the complex interplay of multiple forms of oppression, the interlocking nature of oppression and social work practice, and strategies that seek to challenge or interrupt oppression.
Antirequisite(s):
Prerequisite(s): All third-year Social Work courses.
Corequisite(s): Social Work 4400, 4414F/G, 4415A/B.
Pre-or Corequisite(s):
Extra Information: 3 lecture hours, 0.5 course.
Social Work 4423A/B - Transnational Social Work: Perspectives on Working Internationally and Cross-Culturally
This course provides an overview of current theories and practices within the area of transnational social work. This will involve critically reflecting on the effects of globalization and the corresponding implications for social work at all levels of practice across cultural borders locally and internationally.
Antirequisite(s): Social Work 4478B taken in 2012-2013 Prerequisite(s): Third year Social Work courses
Corequiste(s):
Pre- or Corequisite(s):
Extra Information: 3 hours, 0.5 course.
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Social Work 4429A/B – Social Work Practice-Based Research
Qualitative and quantitative research approaches required to evaluate practice at case and program levels for best practices and competence in conducting practice-based research. Topics include:
evidence-based practice and research, models of evaluation, measurement principles and tools, formative and summative evaluation, data collection strategies, analysis of planned change, dissemination of findings.
Prerequisite(s): Registration in the BSW (Honors) program and completion of 3rd year requirements, or permission of the School
3 lecture hours, 0.5 course
Social Work 4430A/B - Overview of Addictions
An examination of the addiction field with a focus on addiction as oppression. The use, misuse, and abuse of psychoactive substances will be examined from a biopsychosocial perspective. The course will review addiction-specific and general community resources as well as the range of addiction-specific models of intervention and counselling.
Antirequisite(s): The former Social Work 465a completed in 1998-99 and Social Work 465b in 1999-2000.
Prerequisite(s): Third-year Social Work courses.
Extra Information: 3 lecture hours, 0.5 course.
Social Work 4440A/B - Child Welfare II
Theoretical frameworks and required competencies to assess, understand and intervene in families where children may be at risk of maltreatment or neglect are explored at an advanced level. Knowledge and skills applicable to the delivery of child protection services in a multicultural environment will be emphasized.
Prerequisite(s): Third-year Social Work courses and Social Work 4420A/B.
Extra Information: 3 lecture hours, 0.5 course.
Social Work 4454A/B - Practice in Health Care Settings
An exploration of the knowledge, attitudes and skills social workers need to practice effectively in health care settings. A case study approach is used.
Antirequisite(s): The former Social Work 424a/b.
Prerequisite(s): Third-year Social Work courses.
Extra Information: 3 lecture hours, 0.5 course.
Social Work 4456A/B - Women and Social Work Practice
Women's issues examined from the perspective of social work practice and social policy.
Extra Information: 3 lecture hours, 0.5 course.
Social Work 4457A/B - Selected Practice Issues
Practice as it relates to specific populations and issues, such as: involuntary clients, rural populations, culturally diverse populations, native issues, lesbian/gay issues, and so on. Special topics to be selected by the instructor and students.
Prerequisite(s): Third-year Social Work courses.
Extra Information: 3 lecture hours, 0.5 course.
Social Work 4462A/B - Social Work Practice with the Aged
An examination of social, physiological, psychological, economic and cultural factors in aging, as required in Social Work practice with the aged. Current policies and services will be critically studied in relation to needs of the aged in our society.
Antirequisite(s): The former Social Work 422a/b.
Prerequisite(s): Third-year Social Work courses.
Extra Information: 3 lecture hours, 0.5 course.
Social Work 4463A/B - Social Work Practice with Children and Adolescents
An analysis of Social Work methodologies related to children and adolescents as vulnerable groups in society. Emphasis is on the use of specialized techniques with traumatized and bereaved children.
Concepts of attachment, resilience, adaptation and coping are explored.
Antirequisite(s): The former Social Work 423a/b.
Prerequisite(s): Third-year Social Work courses.
Extra Information: 3 lecture hours, 0.5 course.
Social Work 4465A/B - Special Topics in Social Work Theory
Individual and small group tutorials on special topics and approved research projects.
Antirequisite(s): The former Social Work 436.
Prerequisite(s): Third-year Social Work courses.
Extra Information: 3 lecture hours, 0.5 course.
Social Work 4466F/G - Independent Study
Individual reading at an advanced level under faculty supervision. The student is responsible for arranging independent study credit through the Director of the School.
Prerequisite(s): Completion of third-year Social Work.
Extra Information: 0.5 course.
Social Work 4467F/G - Independent Study
Individual reading at an advanced level under faculty supervision. The student is responsible for arranging independent study credit through the Director of the School.
Prerequisite(s): Completion of third-year Social Work.
Extra Information: 0.5 course.
Social Work 4468A/B - Violence in Families
Integration of theory with social work practice in understanding the complexity of family violence as a major social concern. This course examines various forms of violence in families across the lifespan, including child, spousal and elder abuse. Issues related to cultural diversity, marginalization and social work practice are examined.
Antirequisite(s): The former Social Work 465a offered in 1999-2000 and Social Work 465a offered in 2000-01.
Prerequisite(s): Third-year Social Work courses.
Extra Information: 3 lecture hours, 0.5 course.
Social Work 4478A/B - Special Topics in Social Work Theory
Individual and small group tutorials on special topics and approved research projects.
Prerequisite(s): Third-year Social Work courses.
Extra Information: 3 lecture hours, 0.5 course.
Social Work 4479A/B - Special Topics in Social Work Theory
Individual and small group tutorials on special topics and approved research projects.
Prerequisite(s): Third-year Social Work courses.
Extra Information: 3 lecture hours, 0.5 course.
Social Work 4481A/B - Advocating for Social Change
A key social work mandate is to promote and sustain social justice. The focus of this course is the link between Social Work and social transformation considering the profession's role in the formulation and ethical implementation of social action initiatives. The skills of social advocacy are also addressed.
Antirequisite(s): Social Work 465a offered in 2003-04, 2004-05, 2005-06, 465b offered in 2002-03, 2006-07, 4465B offered in 2008-09.
Prerequisite(s): Third-year social work courses.
Extra Information: 3 lecture hours, 0.5 course
Social Work 4482A/B - Conflict Resolutions: Alternatives in Disputes
The primary objective is to assist students to develop a range of conflict resolution strategies and apply them in professional contexts. Through understanding the principles of negotiation, mediation and advocacy, students develop a critical awareness of cooperative approaches to disputes. Issues of diversity and power will be highlighted.
Antirequisite(s): Social Work 465b offered in 2003-04, 465a offered in Intersession 2004.
Prerequisite(s): Third-year social work courses.
Extra Information: 3 lecture hours, 0.5 course
Social Work 4483A/B - Social Work Practice in Crisis Theory and Intervention
A sound theoretical perspective of crisis intervention with clients experiencing chronic and acute crisis along with an understanding of practitioner intervention models will provide students with a foundation for crisis treatment that promotes optimal psychosocial client functioning.
Antirequisite(s): Social Work 478a offered in 2004-05, 2005-06, 2006-07, 2007-08, and Social Work 4478A offered in 2008-09.
Prerequisite(s): Third-year social work courses.
Extra Information: 3 lecture hours, 0.5 course
Social Work 4484A/B - Social Work Practice and Mental Health
Mental illness is prevalent in many fields of professional practice; for example, mental health centers, hospitals, child welfare agencies, correctional facilities, the education system, concurrent programs, geriatrics, developmental disabilities. This course provides students with an understanding of the basic concepts of mental illness to assist in assessment and treatment planning.
Antirequisite(s): Social Work 479b offered in 2004-05, 479a offered in 2005-06, 2006-07, 2007-08.
Prerequisite(s): Third-year social work courses.
Extra Information: 3 lecture hours, 0.5 course