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SWK-170 Introduction to Social Work3 Hours
- An introduction to the field of social work and social welfare, including concepts fundamental to the understanding of the social work profession and the efforts of social work on behalf of oppressed populations. The entry course into the Social Work major. Volunteer work in a community social service agency required.
SWK-335 Social Welfare Organization3 Hours
- A historical and philosophical examination of public and voluntary American social services. Value orientations, cultural traditions, and political and economic forces which have influenced the development of social welfare services and policies are emphasized. Prerequisite: SWK-170.
SWK-336 Social Policy3 Hours
- An examination and analysis of social policy development, implementation, and evaluation of the United States. Specific attention is given to how policy effects oppressed populations. Skill development in systematic policy analysis is emphasized. Prerequisite: SWK-335.
SWK-342 Human Behavior and the Social Environment I3 Hours
- An examination of how human behavior is shaped/influenced by one's environment. Emphasis is placed on how oppression, social injustice, and gender effect development across the life span. Both normal processes and obstacles that prohibit optimal development are examined. Specific emphasis is placed on understanding human development in the context of social work practice across the life span.
SWK-343 Human Behavior and the Social Environment II3 Hours
- An examination of how human behavior is shaped/influenced by macro systems. Such systems include family, groups, organizations, and community. Significant emphasis is placed on human development and how it is influenced by oppression and social injustice. A three-four day field trip to an urban environment is required.
SWK-355 Social Work Practice I3 Hours
- An introduction to the generalist model of social work practice. Emphasis is placed on the importance of a theoretical framework for practice. Basic skills of the generalist model of practice are introduced and applied specifically to work with individuals.
SWK-356 Social Work Practice II3 Hours
- Building on the foundation established in SWK-355, this course utilizes the generalist model of social work practice with groups and families. Attention is given to assessment and development of appropriate interventions within a systems framework of social work practice. Prerequisite: SWK-355.
SWK-357 Social Work Practice III3 Hours
- A social work methods course designed to further the student's problem-solving abilities. Special attention is given to assessment, planning, and evaluation of macro systems. Organizations and communities are the central focus of the course and are examined from the generalist model of social work practice. Prerequisites: SWK-355 and SWK-356.
SWK-366 Social Work Field Placement I3 Hours
- Taken concurrently with SWK-355, this course requires placement of 12 hours per week in a social service agency arranged by the Department of Social Work. Emphasis is given on the practical application of course content. Students are given opportunities to integrate classroom content with agency experiences. Prerequisites: SWK-170, SWK-335, and SWK-342 .
SWK-370 Social Work Field Placement Seminar I3 Hours
- Taken concurrently with SWK-355 and SWK-366, this course is designed to integrate course content of SWK-355 with the field placement experience. Emphasis is given to the development of skills related to assessment, planning intervention, evaluation, and termination in the context of a generalist model of social work practice.
SWK-466 Social Work Field Placement II9 Hours
- Through observation and participation in social service programs in various community agencies, under the educational direction of agency professionals and university faculty, students advance their knowledge of the social work profession and refine their practice skills. Prerequisites: SWK-357 and completion of the field practice application process. Taken concurrently with SWK-470.
SWK-470 Social Work Field Placement Seminar II3 Hours
- The seminar is designed to integrate the concepts, knowledge skills, and values that are learned from areas of Social Work Practice, Social Policy, Human Behavior/Social Environment, and Social Research. Provides opportunities for students to share learning experiences from agency placement. Taken concurrently with SWK-466.
BIO-106 Environment and Society4 Hours
- This course is an introduction to ecological principles and their relevance to human impact on the natural environment. Issues to be covered include natural resources, legislative changes, terminology, urbanization, energy, pollution, environmental ethics, and population dynamics. Co-requisite: BIO-106L. This course with its co-requisite laboratory fulfills the general education lab science requirement. Considered an elective in the Biology Minor for Education Majors.
BIO-111 Anatomy and Physiology I4 Hours
- An integrated course covering the structure and function of approximately half of the systems in the human body. Organization of the body and principles of support, movement, and control systems will be covered. Prerequisite: Math SAT 400 or above; SAT I 440 or above; ACT 18 or above. Co-requisite: BIO-111L. This course with its co-requisite laboratory fulfills the general education lab science requirement. Considered an elective in the Biology Minor for Education Majors.
ECO-211 Introduction to Economics3 Hours
- An introduction to the principles essential to an understanding of fundamental economic problems and the policy alternatives to contend with these problems. A special emphasis is placed upon macroeconomics topics including national income, employment, fiscal policy, money, monetary policy, and American economic growth. Not recommended for any major in the Business Division.
POL-200 State and Local Government and Politics3 Hours
- A study of the design and operation of state and local government within the American federal system with an emphasis on practical issues, citizenship principles, and Christian involvement. Gives credit for majors in Criminal Justice, Political Science, or Social Work.
PSY-150 General Psychology3 Hours
- Students will be introduced to the basic schools of thought within the field of psychology. Four major aspects of psychology will then be considered: (a) theories of personality and human development, (b) stress and adaptation, (c) interpersonal relationships and (d) psychopathology and therapy. These concepts will be explored in the light of research, personal experience, and a consideration of Biblical principles that apply to the study of human behavior. Throughout this introductory overview of the field, students will be assessed in, reflect upon, discuss, and write about the insights gained about themselves.
SOC-150 Principles of Sociology3 Hours
- An introductory analysis of the individual in culture and society, using a biblical framework.
SOC-152 Social Problems3 Hours
- A study of issues in contemporary American society which are examined from a sociological perspective including crime, poverty, violence, racism, and sexism.
SOC-210 Minority Group Relations3 Hours
- An analysis of dominant-minority group interaction with special emphasis given to Native American, African-American, Hispanic-American, and Asian-American minorities in our society. Meets intercultural requirement.
SOC-482 Social Research3 Hours
- Principles and methods of research design are emphasized in this course. Using survey, experimental, and observational approaches, students develop an appreciation for the research process. Quantitative and qualitative approaches are explored. Students are involved in research projects which provide opportunities for application of course material. Prerequisites: SOC-150 and an approved statistics course or consent of the department.
MAT-305 Statistics for Social Sciences3 Hours
- This is an upper-division course for the Social Sciences. Topics include measures of central tendency and dispersion and graphical representation of data. Other topics include inferential statistical theory and hypothesis testing for statistical significance. Bivariate and multivariate measure of statistical relationship include chi square, nominal and ordinal measures of association, correlation and regression, analysis of variance, and multiple correlation and regression techniques. Factor analysis and analysis of covariance are briefly introduced. Primarily for students concentrating in psychology, sociology, social work, criminal justice, or political science. Prerequisites: Math SATI 450 (SAT 410) or ACT 19 or MAT-112 or MAT-204.

70 credit hours

* Students have the option of completing either BIO-106 or BIO-111. MAT-305 counts as a general education math course for Social Work majors.

Students also have the opportunity to take courses at the Christian Center for Urban Studies in Chicago. These courses prepare participants to serve in urban and cross-cultural settings and provide an understanding of social justice and cultural issues. Students may spend a semester or a May term with the center.

Sociology Minor

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SOC-150 Principles of Sociology3 Hours
- An introductory analysis of the individual in culture and society, using a biblical framework.
SOC-152 Social Problems3 Hours
- A study of issues in contemporary American society which are examined from a sociological perspective including crime, poverty, violence, racism, and sexism.
SOC-200 Marriage and Family3 Hours
- A social scientific and Christian analysis of the social institution of family. Topics include, but are not limited to, dating, marriage, planning a family, child-rearing, and threats to the family.
SOC-225 Cultural Anthropology3 Hours
- An introduction to cultural anthropology which seeks to expose students to different cultures of the world as well as help them to appreciate cultural diversity. An excellent orientation course for those who will be working in cross-cultural contexts.

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SWK-170 Introduction to Social Work3 Hours
- An introduction to the field of social work and social welfare, including concepts fundamental to the understanding of the social work profession and the efforts of social work on behalf of oppressed populations. The entry course into the Social Work major. Volunteer work in a community social service agency required.
PSY-250 Developmental Psychology3 Hours
- A survey of human development and changes throughout the life cycle.
PSY-251 Child Development3 Hours
- The development and characteristics of the child at various stages of his physical, social, and mental growth as it relates to the principles of the learning process and methods of measurement and evaluation. Problems of prediction, guidance, and control of child behavior will be explored.
PSY-252 Adolescent Growth and Development3 Hours
- Emphasizes mental, physical, and personality development of the individual during the transitional years from childhood to maturity as it relates to the principles of the learning process and methods of measurement and evaluation.
SOC-210 Minority Group Relations3 Hours
- An analysis of dominant-minority group interaction with special emphasis given to Native American, African-American, Hispanic-American, and Asian-American minorities in our society. Meets intercultural requirement.
SOC-246 Criminology3 Hours
- A study of crime and delinquency as social phenomena. Theories of causation, methods of correction, and prevention of crime are included in the study. Gives credit for majors in sociology and criminal justice.
CED-354 Working With Children3 Hours
- A study of the characteristics of various age levels of children and some of the methods, materials, and programs for ministering to them through the local church. Prerequisite: Open to juniors or seniors who have been admitted to the CED major or permission of the Division.
COM-352 Interpersonal Communication3 Hours
- Practical study through examination of theory, actual practice, and criticism of the speech communication process in relatively unstructured face-to-face settings.
SOC-360 Social Psychology3 Hours
- A study of the experience and behavior of individuals in relation to group situations and social influences of modern life. Gives credit for majors in Sociology or Psychology. Prerequisites: SOC-150 and PSY-150.

24 credit hours

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