• MSW 6500: Social Policy & SW Practice

  3.00 Credits

  Weber State University

  
  An examination of the major political issues faced by social work as a profession. Examples of challenges and related social, public and social welfare policies will be identified and studied. Knowledge of local, state, and federal legislation, as well as professional, membership, and international organizations will assist in review of lobbying, funding, development, and implementation strategies used in the support of clinical social work practice and meeting human service needs. Methods for political and organizational analysis of processes and policy will be discussed.
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• MSW 6600: Research-Informed Practice

  3.00 Credits

  Weber State University

  
  A study of advanced research methods and statistical procedures as they inform and shape professional social work practice. The class reviews basic qualitative, quantitative, and single system research methodologies; analysis of data, including statistical procedures; analysis and evaluation of theoretical bases, research questions, methodologies, statistical procedures, and conclusions of research reports; and relevant technological advances. Students apply activities such as needs assessments, satisfaction surveys, and other research tools to the creation, implementation, and evaluation of evidence-based practices. The course also prepares students to examine the empirical basis of practice models and how to effectively access, critique and appraise literature in order to find best evidence-based solutions. Ethics and sensitivity to research with various groups will be emphasized. Prerequisite:    MSW 6010 and MSW 6300 and MSW 6910
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• MSW 6700: Practice-Informed Research

  3.00 Credits

  Weber State University

  
  Research II: Practice-Informed Research - A study of advanced research methods and statistical procedures as they relate to and are guided by professional social work practice. Students learn about empirical research designs and how to conduct program evaluations, including needs assessments, process evaluations and outcome evaluations. Students also learn about strategies to communicate research outcomes effectively with clients, colleagues, and stakeholders to ensure the implementation sound and empirically supported prevention and intervention strategies and models of practice. Ethics and sensitivity to research with various groups will be emphasized, Prerequisite:    MSW 6010 and MSW 6300 and MSW 6910 and MSW 6930
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• MSW 6760: Foundation Field I

  3.00 Credits

  Weber State University

  
  The first 200 hours of the first-year supervised field practicum in an approved social service setting, with a focus on the application of social work knowledge, ethics, values, theory, skills, and practice evaluation and the development of competencies and behaviors necessary for effective clinical practice with individuals, families, and groups. The course includes regular meetings with an on-site field supervisor, the program's field director, and other field students in a professional seminar. The seminar links professional social work practice with academic content.
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• MSW 6761: Foundation Field II

  3.00 Credits

  Weber State University

  
  The second 200 hours of the first-year supervised field practicum in an approved social service setting, with a focus on the application of social work knowledge, ethics, values, theory, skills, and practice evaluation and the development of competencies and behaviors necessary for effective clinical practice with individuals, families, and groups. The course includes regular meetings with an on-site field supervisor, the program's field director, and other field students in a professional seminar. The seminar links professional social work practice with academic content.
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• MSW 6810: Workshop

  1.00 - 6.00 Credits

  Weber State University

  
  In order to provide flexibility and to meet many different needs, a number of specific offerings are possible using this catalog number. When the number is used it will be accompanied by a brief and specific descriptive title. The specific title with the credit authorized for the particular offering will appear on the student transcript.
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• MSW 6850: MSW Social Work Study Abroad

  1.00 - 4.00 Credits

  Weber State University

  
  The purpose of this course is to provide opportunities for graduate students in social work to experience study abroad or study away programs that are designed to explore issues relevant to graduate-level social work theory and practice with individuals, families, groups, communities, and organizations.
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• MSW 6860: Advanced Field I

  3.00 Credits

  Weber State University

  
  The first 250 hours of the second-year supervised field practicum in an approved social service setting, with a focus on the application of social work knowledge, ethics, values, theory, skills, and practice evaluation and the development of competencies and behaviors necessary for effective clinical practice with individuals, families, and groups. The course includes regular meetings with an on-site field supervisor, the program's field director, and other field students in a professional seminar. The seminar links professional social work practice with academic content. Prerequisite:    MSW 6760 and MSW 6761
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• MSW 6861: Advanced Field II

  3.00 Credits

  Weber State University

  
  The second 250 hours of the second-year supervised field practicum in an approved social service setting, with a focus on the application of social work knowledge, ethics, values, theory, skills, and practice evaluation and the development of competencies and behaviors necessary for effective clinical practice with individuals, families, and groups. The course includes regular meetings with an on-site field supervisor, the program's field director, and other field students in a professional seminar. The seminar links professional social work practice with academic content. Prerequisite:    MSW 6760 and MSW 6761
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• MSW 6900: Traditional Models of Practice

  3.00 Credits

  Weber State University

  
  An overview of common traditional theories and models of social work practice at micro, mezzo, and macro levels. The course combines lecture and hands on application experiences.
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