Instruction offered by members of the Faculty of Social Work.
Note: Social Work 201, 317, 319, 321, 327 and 329 are open to all students; all other Social Work courses are restricted to BSW students.
Note: Students must maintain concurrent registration in practica and related integrative seminars.
Note:Â In all BSW routes, students must complete all required 300 level Social Work courses before registering in practica.
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Social Work
201
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Introduction to Social Welfare
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Provides an overview of the profession of social work and the social policy context within which it is practiced.
Course Hours:
H(3-0)
Notes:
Alberta Social Work Post-Diploma students cannot take this course as fulfillment of their non-Social Work course requirements.
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Social Work
203
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Indigenous Ways of Knowing I
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An introduction to various Indigenous people's ways of knowing (epistemology) with a special emphasis on the contextualization of knowledge-building. Deals with various aspects of building knowledge, such as listening, reflection, protocol, and experience.
Course Hours:
H(3-0)
Notes:
Normally offered during Spring or Summer Term. Pre-term study and field trip(s) are normally required and students may be required to cover field trip costs.
Also known as:
(Indigenous Studies 303 (formerly Indigenous Studies 203))
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Social Work
205
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Indigenous Ways of Knowing II
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Continuation of Social Work 203. An examination of the nature and relations of being (ontology) and specific responsibilities in cultural context. Integration of components of Indigenous ways of knowing. Illustrations will be drawn from Indigenous languages and cultural practices.
Course Hours:
H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Social Work 203 (Indigenous Studies 303 (formerly Indigenous Studies 203)).
Notes:
Normally offered in Block Week during Winter Term or in Spring Term. Pre-term study and field trip(s) are normally required and students may be required to cover field trip costs.
Also known as:
(Indigenous Studies 305 (formerly Indigenous Studies 205))
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Social Work
300
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Generalist Practice in Context Theme Course
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Examination of knowledge, values, and skills pertaining to the practice of generalist social work practice in rural, remote, and Aboriginal communities.
Course Hours:
F(6-0)
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Social Work
301
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Generalist Practice in Context Portfolio Project
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Individual preparation and presentation of major project on social work practice models in the local context.
Course Hours:
H(1S-2T)
Corequisite(s):
Prerequisite or Corequisite: Social Work 300.
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Social Work
302
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Research in Context Theme Course
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Provides an introduction to knowledge generation relevant to generalist social work practice. Foundational concepts and approaches of various research methodologies will be introduced as ways of knowledge building to inform practice and influence policy within rural, remote and Indigenous contexts. Particular emphasis will be directed to the development of skills in critiquing published research studies through examination of design limitations, ethical issues as well as the cultural assumptions and biases underlying research paradigms. Additional attention will be paid to contextually relevant evaluation of social work practice and services.
Course Hours:
F(6-0)
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Social Work
303
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Interviewing in Context
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Focuses on theory and practice to enhance interviewing skills within an environment sensitive to issues of diversity, culture, gender, power and language. Particular emphasis will be given to skill development, critical reflection and practical application within rural, remote and Indigenous contexts. This course may be offered in various formats (e.g. blended, block, evening and weekends).
Course Hours:
H(1S-2T)
Corequisite(s):
Prerequisite or Corequisite: Social Work 302.
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Social Work
304
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Diversity and Oppression Theme Course
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Issues of diversity, colonization, and intergroup relations associated with the practice of social work in rural, remote, and Aboriginal communities.
Course Hours:
F(6-0)
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Social Work
305
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Diversity and Oppression Portfolio Project
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Individual preparation and presentation of major project assessing local policies and programs with respect to diversity issues and colonial assumptions.
Course Hours:
H(1S-2T)
Corequisite(s):
Prerequisite or Corequisite: Social Work 304.
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Social Work
306
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Social Work Methods Theme Course
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Intervention approaches and skills for the practice of generalist social work in rural, remote, and Aboriginal communities.
Course Hours:
F(6S-0)
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Social Work
307
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Practice Skills in Context
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Focuses on theory and practice relating to social work with individuals, families, groups, organizations and communities. Particular emphasis will be paid to skill development, critical reflection and practical application within rural, remote and Indigenous contexts. This course may be offered in various formats (e.g. blended, block, evening, and weekends).
Course Hours:
H(1S-2T)
Corequisite(s):
Prerequisite or Corequisite: Social Work 306.
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Social Work
317
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Human Sexuality
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Psychosocial aspects of human sexuality.
Course Hours:
H(3-0)
Notes:
Alberta Social Work Post-Diploma students cannot take this course as fulfillment of their non-Social Work course requirements.
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Social Work
319
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Death and Dying
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Biopsychosocial and spiritual factors involved in death and dying.
Course Hours:
H(3-0)
Notes:
Alberta Social Work Post-Diploma students cannot take this course as fulfillment of their non-Social Work course requirements.
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Social Work
321
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Social Work and Social Problems
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Analysis of social problems within a social welfare context.
Course Hours:
H(3-0)
Notes:
Alberta Social Work Post-Diploma students cannot take this course as fulfillment of their non-Social Work requirements.
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Social Work
327
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Alcohol and Drug Abuse
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Analysis of problems related to addictions and the abuse of alcohol and drugs.
Course Hours:
H(3-0)
Notes:
Alberta Social Work Post-Diploma students cannot take this course as fulfillment of their non-Social Work course requirements.
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Social Work
351
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Critical Thinking
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Using inquiry-based approaches to define and practice critical thinking and professional writing within generalist social work contexts.
Course Hours:
H(3S-0)
Notes:
Post Diploma route only.
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Social Work
353
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Social Work Research
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Introduction to basic research methodology and data analysis within a "reflective practitioner" model of practice.
Course Hours:
H(3S-0)
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Social Work
357
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Critical Issues: Practice Perspectives and Theories
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A critique of practice concepts, perspectives and skills across diverse contexts and populations.
Course Hours:
H(3S-0)
Notes:
Post Diploma route only.
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Social Work
367
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Human Behaviour and Environments
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Examines perspectives on human behaviour within multiple environments across the lifespan from a social work practice framework.
Course Hours:
H(3S-0)
Notes:
University Transfer route only.
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Social Work
383
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Social Policy and Social Justice
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Provides an understanding of Canadian social policy, its impact on social justice and how it influences social work practice.
Course Hours:
H(3S-0)
Notes:
University Transfer route only.
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Social Work
385
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Ethics in Social Work Practice
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Challenges separation of ethical and practice issues, using a model of ethical decision-making.
Course Hours:
H(3S-0)
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Social Work
388
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Anti-Oppressive Generalist Practice
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Introduction to the scope of generalist practice and the history, philosophy, and cultural values underlying generalist practice approaches in diverse settings.
Course Hours:
H(3S-0)
Notes:
University Transfer route only.
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Social Work
389
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Oppression and Social Justice
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Integration of anti-oppressive perspectives and skills with experiences and developing conceptual frameworks of practice.
Course Hours:
H(3S-0)
Notes:
Post Diploma route only.
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Social Work
391
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Practice and Evaluation with Individuals
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Skills such as interviewing and psycho-social interventions within a context of relevant practice theories and assessment frameworks.
Course Hours:
H(3S-0)
Notes:
University Transfer route only.
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Social Work
393
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Practice and Evaluation with Families
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Working with families from multiple perspectives and within diverse contexts including theoretical frameworks and assessment strategies.
Course Hours:
H(3S-0)
Notes:
University Transfer route only.
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Social Work
395
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Practice and Evaluation with Groups
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Introduction to theories and skills for working with groups within a context of practice and assessment frameworks.
Course Hours:
H(3S-0)
Notes:
University Transfer route only.
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Social Work
397
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Practice and Evaluation with Communities
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Introduction to communities and community practice within a generalist social work perspective.
Course Hours:
H(3S-0)
Antirequisite(s):
Note: Not open to students with credit in Community Rehabilitation 583.
Notes:
University Transfer route only.
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Social Work
399
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Practice and Evaluation with Organizations
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Introduction to strategies and assessments for working effectively within organizations.
Course Hours:
H(3S-0)
Notes:
University Transfer route only.
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Social Work
400
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Field Practicum A
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Direct and indirect social work practice opportunities in the local region with educational supervision.
Course Hours:
F(0-32)
Prerequisite(s):
Social Work 300, 301, 302, 303, 304, 305, 306 and 307, or consent of the Faculty.
Notes:
Exempt for Alberta Social Work Diploma graduates.
NOT INCLUDED IN GPA
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Social Work
401
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Social Work Evaluation
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Case and program-level evaluation methods within a social work context.
Course Hours:
H(3S-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Consent of the Faculty and normally all required 300-level social work courses completed.
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Social Work
402
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Field Practicum B
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Direct and indirect social work practice opportunities in the local region with educational supervision.
Course Hours:
F(0-32)
NOT INCLUDED IN GPA
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Social Work
403
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Integrative Practice Seminar
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The integration of theory and practice within local region practicum.
Course Hours:
H(3S-0)
Corequisite(s):
Social Work 402.
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Social Work
404
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Introductory Practicum
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Application of conceptual framework, experience, knowledge and skills within a specific practice setting.
Course Hours:
F(312 hours within one term)
Prerequisite(s):
Fourth year standing.
Notes:
University Transfer route only.
NOT INCLUDED IN GPA
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Social Work
405
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Introductory Integrative Seminar: Application of Research and Theory in Practice
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Integration of theory and practice within field practicum and inquiry-based approach to assessment, critique and evaluation.
Course Hours:
H(3S-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Fourth year standing.
Corequisite(s):
Social Work 404.
Notes:
University Transfer route only.
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Social Work
407
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Senior Integrative Seminar: Application of Research and Theory in Practice
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Advanced integration of concepts, perspectives and skills with experiences, developing conceptual frameworks of practice.
Course Hours:
H(3S-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Post Diploma: Social Work 351, 353, 357, 385 and 389. University Transfer: Social Work 404 and 405.
Corequisite(s):
Social Work 408 and 409.
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Social Work
408
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Senior Practicum A
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Application of professional theory and skills in supervised social work practice settings.
Course Hours:
F(256 hours within one term)
Prerequisite(s):
Post Diploma: Social Work 351, 353, 357, 385 and 389. University Transfer: Social Work 404 and 405.
Antirequisite(s):
Note: Not open to students with credit in Social Work 481 or 482.
NOT INCLUDED IN GPA
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Social Work
410
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Introductory Practicum
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Application of conceptual framework, experience, knowledge and skills within a specific practice setting.
Course Hours:
F(320 hours within one term)
Prerequisite(s):
Completion of all required 300 level Social Work courses.
NOT INCLUDED IN GPA
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Social Work
411
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Integrative Seminar A
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Integration of theory and practice within field practicum and inquiry-based approach to assessment, critique and evaluation.
Course Hours:
H (3S-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Completion of all required 300 level Social Work courses.
Corequisite(s):
Social Work 410.
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Social Work
412
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Senior Practicum
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Application of professional theory and skills in supervised social work practice settings.
Course Hours:
F(400 hours within one term)
Prerequisite(s):
Completion of all required 300 level Social Work courses. University Transfer Route: Social Work 410 and 411.
NOT INCLUDED IN GPA
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Social Work
413
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Integrative Seminar B
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Advanced integration of concepts, perspectives and skills with experiences, developing conceptual frameworks of practice.
Course Hours:
H(3S-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Completion of all required 300 level Social Work courses. University Transfer Route: Social Work 410 and 411
Corequisite(s):
Social Work 412.
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Social Work
479
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Practice Methods II
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Selected theories and the general method of social work practice.
Course Hours:
H(3S-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Social Work 379 or consent of the Faculty.
Corequisite(s):
Social Work 481, 482 and 483.
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Social Work 481
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Field Practicum IIA
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Direct and indirect social work practice opportunities and educational supervision.
Course Hours:
H(0-12)
Prerequisite(s):
Social Work 381 or consent of the Faculty.
Corequisite(s):
Social Work 479, 482 and 483.
NOT INCLUDED IN GPA
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Social Work
482
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Field Practicum IIB
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Direct and indirect social work practice opportunities and educational supervision.
Course Hours:
F(0-20)
Prerequisite(s):
Social Work 381 or consent of the Faculty.
Corequisite(s):
Social Work 479, 481 and 483.
NOT INCLUDED IN GPA
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Social Work
483
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Integrative Practice Seminar
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The integration of theory and practice within field practicum.
Course Hours:
H(3S-0)
Corequisite(s):
Social Work 479 and 481, 482.
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Social Work
551
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Selected Topics: Social Work Interventions
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Course Hours:
H(3S-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Social Work 353, 367, 383, 385 and 388, or admission into the Post Diploma route.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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Social Work
553
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Selected Topics: Fields of Practice
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Course Hours:
H(3S-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Social Work 353, 367, 383, 385 and 388, or admission into the Post Diploma route.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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Social Work
555
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Selected Topics: Practice with Selected Populations
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Course Hours:
H(3S-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Social Work 353, 367, 383, 385 and 388, or admission into the Post Diploma route.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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Social Work
557
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Selected Topics: Contexts for Practice
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Course Hours:
H(3S-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Social Work 353, 367, 383, 385 and 388, or admission into the Post Diploma route.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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Social Work
580
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Special Seminar I
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Selected topics.
Course Hours:
Q(3S-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Social Work 353, 367, 383, 385 and 388, or admission into the Post Diploma route.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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Social Work
582
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Special Seminar II
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Selected topics.
Course Hours:
E(3S-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Social Work 353, 367, 383, 385 and 388, or admission into the Post Diploma route.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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Graduate Courses
Note: Not all options are offered every academic year. The number of options will vary across the program locations.
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Social Work
621
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History and Foundation of the Profession
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An examination of the relationship between knowledge, values, ethics and power and how they shape interventions in social work.
Course Hours:
H(3S-0)
Notes:
Restricted to Social Work MSW students or consent of the Faculty.
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Social Work
625
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Practice with Individuals, Families and Groups
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A basic understanding of social work practice theory with respect to work with individuals, families and groups.
Course Hours:
H(3S-0)
Notes:
Restricted to Social Work MSW students or consent of the Faculty.
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Social Work
627
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Practice with Organizations and Communities
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A basic understanding of social work practice theory with respect to work with organizations and communities.
Course Hours:
H(3S-0)
Notes:
Restricted to Social Work MSW students or consent of the Faculty.
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Social Work
629
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Professional Communication and Interviewing
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Offers experiential learning aimed at developing basic professional competencies and practice skills along with critical self-reflection.
Course Hours:
H(3S-0)
Notes:
Restricted to Social Work MSW students or consent of the Faculty.
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Social Work
632
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Social Policy and Social Justice
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An exploration of the social, political and economic forces, social movements and social structures that are transforming the Canadian welfare state and the practice of social work.
Course Hours:
H(3S-0)
Notes:
Restricted to Social Work MSW students or consent of the Faculty.
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Social Work
633
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Foundational Field Practicum
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Direct and indirect social work practice opportunities with professional supervision.
Course Hours:
H(426 hours-2T)
Notes:
Restricted to Social Work MSW students or consent of the Faculty.
NOT INCLUDED IN GPA
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Social Work
637
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Human Behaviour in the Environment
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Human development and diversity within a social work context.
Course Hours:
H(3S-0)
Notes:
Restricted to Social Work MSW students or consent of the Faculty.
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Social Work
641
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Models of Practice
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Provides the conceptual and theoretical foundation for students to acquire the skills to practice in Social Work.
Course Hours:
H(3S-0)
Notes:
Restricted to Social Work MSW students or consent of the Faculty.
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Social Work
645
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Research and Evaluation
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An introduction to research methodology and evaluative strategies.
Course Hours:
H(3S-0)
Notes:
Restricted to Social Work MSW students or consent of the Faculty.
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Social Work
655
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Research I
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Conceptualization of social work research problems, research design, data collection and analysis within a chosen specialization.
Course Hours:
H(3S-0)
Notes:
Restricted to Social Work MSW students or consent of the Faculty.
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Social Work
661
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Children's Mental Health
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A clinical specialized option that focuses on the knowledge required by mental health professionals who work with children and adolescents.
Course Hours:
H(3S-0)
Notes:
Restricted to Social Work MSW students or consent of the Faculty.
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An exploration of social welfare policy, structures and programs within a chosen specialization or concentration within the context of examining the impact of oppression on populations-at-risk.
Course Hours:
H(3S-0)
Notes:
Restricted to Social Work MSW students or consent of the Faculty.
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Social Work
667
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Theory and Methods I
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An in-depth and advanced understanding of social work theory and practice within a chosen specialization.
Course Hours:
H(3S-0)
Notes:
Restricted to Social Work MSW students or consent of the Faculty.
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Social Work
669
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Theory and Methods II
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Application of theories learned in Social Work 667 to various problems and diversity issues encountered by social workers within a chosen specialization.
Course Hours:
H(3S-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Social Work 667.
Notes:
Restricted to Social Work MSW students or consent of the Faculty.
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Social Work
679
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Special Topics Seminar I
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Selected topics related to area of specialization or concentration.
Course Hours:
H(3S-0)
Notes:
Restricted to Social Work MSW students or consent of the Faculty.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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Social Work
680
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Special Seminar I
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Selected topics related to an area of specialization or concentration.
Course Hours:
Q(3S-0)
Notes:
Restricted to Social Work MSW students or consent of the Faculty.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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Social Work
682
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Special Seminar II
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Selected topics related to an area of specialization or concentration.
Course Hours:
E(3S-0)
Notes:
Restricted to Social Work MSW students or consent of the Faculty.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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Social Work
688
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Advanced Practicum I and II
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Supervised learning experience in practice.
Course Hours:
F(0-32)
Notes:
Normally completed in Calgary. For course based students only. Restricted to Social Work MSW students or consent of the Faculty.
NOT INCLUDED IN GPA
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Social Work
695
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Research II
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Extends students' abilities to utilize research knowledge as a problem-solving tool in social work practice within a chosen specialization.
Course Hours:
H(3S-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Social Work 655.
Notes:
Restricted to Social Work MSW students or consent of the Faculty.
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Social Work
696
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Advanced Practicum
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Direct and indirect Social Work practice opportunities with professional supervision in student's area of specialization or concentration.
Course Hours:
F(600 hours within two consecutive terms)
Prerequisite(s):
Prerequisite or Corequisite: Social Work 667 and 669, or consent of the Faculty.
Notes:
Not open to students with credit in Social Work 687, 688 or 689. Restricted to Social Work MSW students or consent of the Faculty.
NOT INCLUDED IN GPA
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Social Work
697
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Diversity, Oppression and Social Justice
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Critical examination of the issues of diversity and the power relations that form common links among the experiences of oppression and marginalization in Canadian society.
Course Hours:
H(3S-0)
Notes:
Restricted to Social Work MSW students or consent of the Faculty.
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Social Work
699
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Special Topics Seminar II
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Advanced selected topics related to area of specialization or concentration.
Course Hours:
H(3S-0)
Notes:
Restricted to Social Work MSW students or consent of the Faculty.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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Social Work
721
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Integrative Research Colloquia
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A concluding course offered as final component of student's course work. Allows doctoral students and the instructor to engage in a series of research colloquia, thereby facilitating critical analysis, feedback and synthesis of materials covered and skills learned in other course work. This process will help students to develop conceptual and methodological skills.
Course Hours:
H(2S-0)
Notes:
Restricted to Social Work PhD students.
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Social Work
741
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Research Foundations: Epistemology and Professional Knowledge-Building
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An exploration of major philosophical issues that have shaped social work's diverse approaches to knowledge building and research methods. The relevance of this exploration to the student's area of interest is emphasized.
Course Hours:
H(2S-0)
Notes:
Restricted to Social Work PhD students only or consent of the Faculty.
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Social Work
743
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Theory, History and Philosophy: Values, Ethics and Professional Beliefs
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An exploration of the philosophical and ideological issues that have been historically important to the profession with respect to its conception of its ethics, mandate and practices. The relevance of this exploration to the student's area of interest in emphasized.
Course Hours:
H(2S-0)
Notes:
Restricted to Social Work PhD students only or consent of the Faculty.
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Social Work
745
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Research Methods I: Quantitative
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Quantitative methodological and design options in social work research.
Course Hours:
H(2S-0)
Notes:
Restricted to Social Work PhD students only or consent of the Faculty.
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Social Work
747
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Research Methods II: Qualitative
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Qualitative methodological and design options in social work research.
Course Hours:
H(2S-0)
Notes:
Restricted to Social Work PhD students only or consent of the Faculty.
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Social Work
749
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Quantitative Data Analysis
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Statistical analysis of quantitative data.
Course Hours:
H(2S-0)
Notes:
Restricted to Social Work PhD students only or consent of the Faculty.
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