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[ Liberal Arts >> Social Work ] |
Program Objectives
Graduates with the BSW Degree from the Department of Social Work will be able to:
Apply critical thinking skills within the context of professional social work practice.
Practice within the values and ethics of the social work profession and with an understanding of and respect for the positive value of diversity.
Demonstrate the professional use of self.
Understand the forms and mechanisms of oppression and discrimination and the strategies of change that advance social and economic justice.
Understand the history of the social work profession and its current structures and issues.
Apply the knowledge and skills of generalist social work to practice with systems of all sizes.
Apply knowledge of bio-psycho-social variables that affect individual development and behavior, and use theoretical frameworks to understand the interactions among individuals and between individuals and social systems (i.e., families, groups, organizations, and communities).
Analyze the impact of social policies on client systems workers, and agencies.
Evaluate research studies and apply findings to practice, and, under supervision, to evaluate their own practice interventions and those of other relevant systems.
Use communication skills differentially with a variety of client populations, colleagues, and members of the community.
Use supervision appropriate to generalist practice.
Function within the structure of organizations and service delivery systems, and under supervision, seek necessary organizational change.
Demonstrate proficiency in the use of communications technology and resources.
Use the skills, values and knowledge to meet the special needs of the rural population.