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SWU225: Statistics for Social Research/Justice and Government – 3 credits

Introductory course in descriptive and inferential statistics for social research. Designed to serve as preparation for interpreting and understanding research related to Justice and Government related agencies. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MAT092 or completion of higher level mathematics course.

General Education Designations: CS

SWU250: Mindfulness for Stress Management – 3 credits

Introduction to the theory, research and practice behind mindfulness and stress management as it relates to quality of life issues and professional self-care. Focus on maintaining a healthy lifestyle and managing personal/professional stress by incorporating evidence based research on nutrition, mindfulness, communication, positive psychology, exercise, environmental factors contributing to wellness and disease; immune system support, activity management and developing practices that facilitate maintaining living in balance. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: SB

SWU258: Victimology and Crisis, a Social Services Perspective – 3 credits

A social work response to victimology, working with the criminal justice system, evidence-based techniques in crisis intervention, and the importance of a multicultural and global perspective. Includes a therapeutic approach to topics such as sexual assault, family violence, post-traumatic stress disorder, stress management, natural disasters, effective coping skills, appropriate community resources, and the responsiveness of the justice system.
Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: C, SB

SWU282AA: Volunteerism for Social Work: A Service Learning Experience – 1 credit

Service-learning field experience within private/public agencies, and citizen volunteer groups. Note: SWU282AA may be repeated for a total of six (6) SWU282 credit hours; may not repeat specific assignment for more than three (3) credit hours. Standard grading available according to procedures outlined in catalog. Prerequisites: Permission of Instructor.

SWU291: Social Service Delivery Systems – 3 credits

Purposes, structures, and delivery systems of human service agencies. Includes 40 hours of volunteer experience in local human service agencies. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in SWU171, or permission of Department or Division or Corequisites: SWU171.

SWU295: Foundations of Social Work Practice – 3 credits

Introduction to professional helper communication skills with respect to cross-cultural practice and diversity issues, in a social work setting. Prerequisites: None. SWU171 suggested but not required.

General Education Designations: C, SB