24 courses in the 1992–93 Undergraduate Calendar, read from the scanned original. The text comes from OCR, so check the scanned page before relying on a detail.
A required non-credit seminar in which
opportunity is provided for integration of
theory and practice through the students’
own practicum case presentations and
discussion. ; Social Work Diploma students only
Presentation of the value, knowledge, and skill base, principles and purposes of the profession, and an examination of methods of practice. Traditional and innovative social work settings are discussed. Historic development of Social Work and its influence on contemporary practice is reviewed.
A presentation of some of the theoretical
constructs necessary for the understand-
ing of the individual in the casework rela-
tionship, as well as an introduction to
some appropriate casework interventions.
Emphasis in the course will be theoretical. Prereq: SOCWK 120R or consent of
instructor
Presentation of some of the theoretical
constructs necessary for an understanding
of social group work as well as an intro-
duction to methodology and interventions. Prereq: SOCWK 120R or consent of
instructor
An examination of social work practice as It relates to functional and geographical communities. The course will explore the theoretical foundations of organization practice as well as a variety of models. Prereq: SOCWK 120R or consent of instructor
An introduction to the concepts and practices in palliative care. Topics include historical and philosophical background, the hospice movement, current approaches in palliative care, the multi-discipline team, stress factors, suicide and cross-cultural beliefs of death, illness and loss as they affect the terminally ill and their families. Prereq: SOCWK 120R or consent of instructor
An examination of the psycho-social factors that contribute to effective palliative care. Exploration of the grief process, special populations, cultural and religious considerations, family dynamics, communication skills, assessment of the social and psychological needs of the patient and family, and appropriate planning.
Prereq: SOCWK 240R
Considers some of the intellectual components of the social work skills necessary for working with individuals. Social work theories of the individual will be examined in order for the student to learn some clinical applications relevant to the casework relationship.
Prereq: SOCWK 220R or consent of instructor
Course Descriptions Social Development Studies
Presentation of some of the theoretical constructs necessary for an understanding of the family in the social work relationship as well as an introduction to methodology and interventions.
Prereq: SOCWK 120R or consent of instructor
An investigation of methods and models of social work intervention used in the process of change as it affects functional and geographic communities. Canadian examples of organizational processes and collective action of citizen groups, neighbourhoods, welfare recipients, ethnic minorities, employees, political parties and public housing tenants.
Prereq: SOCWK 222R
Social weifare from early civilization to the present. The effects of religious, political, economic, and cultural factors on social welfare development and the continuing influence of inherent attitudes, philosophies and values on this complex institution. Focus on the Canadian social welfare system.
Prereq: SOCWK 120R or consent of instructor
Casework treatment issues categorized according to the character styles of clients will be examined in depth. The client's mode of functioning and symptom presentation and appropriate treatment strategies will be assessed through readings, clinical example and process recordings.
Prereq: SOCWK 320R and consent of instructor
Social Work Diploma students only
Theoretical and practical consideration of conceptual and interpersonal techniques relevant to the practice of clinical social work. Topics may include formation and use of case histories, interviewing, treatment plans, therapist-client contracts, process-recording, client disengagement. Social Work Diploma students only
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The history, theory and practice of school social work in North America, particularly in Ontario. Applying theories to cases, students learn how the school social worker helps children contront problems like family breakdown and schoo! phobia. Prereq: SOCWK 120R
An exploration of how religious, economic, political and other social institutions shape values in our society, and what impact society's changing values are having upon marriage and the family.
Prereq: At least two social science courses
Cross-listed as ISS 350H
The objectives of this course are to provide an understanding of the dimensions and causes of child maltreatment, to develop skills identifying cases of this social problem and to explore current methods of management and treatment of persons involved in child maltreatment situations.
Prereq: SOCWK 120R or consent of instructor
A critical application of social work theory to real situations involving the social, emotional and physical functioning of the family that has a mentally retarded.member. Will also include consideration ‘of the impact of current social policies.
Prereq: SOCWK 120R or consent of instructor
An application of the principles and models of medical, psychogenic, and sociogenic adjustment to an understanding of family violence. The treatment of victims of family violence, the prevention of such violence, and social policies affecting family welfare are considered.
Prereq: SOCWK 120R or consent of instructor
Antireq: SOC WK 350B
An examination of social work theory and practice concerning the needs of the elderly. Social work strategies of intervention with the healthy and frail aged will be considered from the individual, group, family, community, and bureaucratic perspectives.
Prereq: SOCWK 120R or consent of instructor
Social Work concepts and practices introduced in preceding family violence courses will be considered in depth. Over the course of two terms a seminar format will be used to explore etiological and intervention issues pertaining to the various forms of family violence.
Prereq: SOCWK 355R and 357R or consent of instructor
A letter grade for SOCWK 390A will be submitted only after the completion of SOCWK 390B
An independent in-depth study of a selected area of concern to the student within the discipline of Social Work. Available to individuals or small groups of third or fourth year Social Development Studies students and arranged with one of the faculty members from the program. Prereq: Permission of Undergraduate Officer
Not offered in 1992–93.
Not offered in 1992–93.
Not offered in 1992–93.