• SOWK 532: Motivational Interviewing

  3.00 Credits

  The University of Tennessee - Knoxville

  
  Theory and practice of planned short term, emergency, and crisis interventions. Provides an introduction to the evidence-based practice, motivational interviewing (MI). Learners will be introduced to application of MI to increasing motivation for substance use reduction, mental health service utilization, and other health behavior changes. Finally, students will understand the evidence based theory, the transtheoretical model of change and its foundational role in motivational interviewing.(RE) Prerequisite(s): SOWK 503, 504, 510, 511, 515, 516, 519, 538, 542 and 544.Comment(s): Advanced Standing satisfies prerequisites.Registration Restriction(s): Graduate students only. Minimum student level – graduate.Registration Permission: Non-MSSW students may register with consent of instructor.
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• SOWK 533: Trauma Treatment with Adults

  3.00 Credits

  The University of Tennessee - Knoxville

  
  A concentration elective course. Emphasis is placed on understanding biopsychosocial influences on the incidence, course and treatment of PTSD and complex PTSD and the differential effect of these factors on diverse adult populations at risk. Will focus on the acquisition of diagnostic skills as they relate to comprehensive social work assessment of adults. Evidence‐based interventions to treat victims of trauma will be presented. Knowledge of psychopharmacology and the roles social workers play regarding medication with clients as part of an interdisciplinary treatment team will be covered. This three credit hour advanced elective course examines roles, assessments, and intervention strategies for social workers in treating PTSD and complex PTSD in a variety of service settings.RE)Prerequisite(s): SOWK 503, 504, 510, 511, 515, 516, 519, 538, 542 and 544.Comment(s): Advanced Standing satisfies prerequisites.Registration Restriction: Graduate students only. Minimum student level – graduate.Registration Permission: Non-MSSW students may register with consent of instructor.
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• SOWK 535: School Social Work

  3.00 Credits

  The University of Tennessee - Knoxville

  
  Place of school as community institution and resource. Methods, processes, and techniques employed in school social work.(RE) Prerequisite(s): SOWK 503, 504, 510, 511, 515, 516, 519, 538, 542 and 544.Comment(s): Advanced Standing satisfies prerequisites.Registration Permission: Non-MSSW students may register with consent of instructor.
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• SOWK 536: Generalst Fld Practice Block

  1.00 - 6.00 Credits

  The University of Tennessee - Knoxville

  
  Instruction and supervision in generalist social work practice. Practicum is completed on a block schedule. Students may take concurrent generalist courses, but are not required to do so. Students may complete block placements in Tennessee, in other states, or in other nations. Grading Restriction: Satisfactory/No Credit grading only.Repeatability: May be repeated. Maximum 6 hours.Registration Restriction(s): Master of Science in Social Work - social work major. Graduate students only. Minimum student level – graduateRegistration Permission: Consent of instructor.
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• SOWK 537: Intro/Psychopath Soc Wrk Pract

  3.00 Credits

  The University of Tennessee - Knoxville

  
  Examines psychopathology and mental disorders from an ecological perspective. Emphasis on understanding biopsychosocial influences on the incidence, course and treatment of the most commonly presented mental disorders and the differential effect of these factors on diverse populations. Emphasizes the acquisition of diagnostic skills as they relate to comprehensive social work assessment and the development of social work interventions. Stresses ethical issues, collaboration with families, knowledge of psychopharmacology and the varied roles social workers play in mental health settings.
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• SOWK 538: Soc Justice/Anti-oppresve Prac

  3.00 Credits

  The University of Tennessee - Knoxville

  
  A required generalist course designed to increase students’ awareness of the dimensions of human diversity and forms of oppression, discrimination, and inequality. Students will learn to apply and articulate social justice frameworks, critical theory, and a human rights perspective to complex social problems. Students will be prepared to integrate these concepts into future ethical decision-making and practice with marginalized populations.Registration Restriction(s): Master of Science in Social Work. Graduate students only. Minimum student level – graduate.Registration Permission: Non-MSSW students may register with permission of program director.
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• SOWK 539: Lead Sk Knw/Adv Soc Wrk Pract

  2.00 Credits

  The University of Tennessee - Knoxville

  
  Organizational management knowledge, leadership skills and supervision required in development and management of structure, resources and cultures of human services delivery systems. Administrative financial knowledge and skills in budgeting, resource allocation, marketing and expenditure control. Issues regarding organizational management change in organizations, communities and national global contexts.
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• SOWK 540: General Topics in Social Work

  3.00 Credits

  The University of Tennessee - Knoxville

  
  Current topics in theories and practice for advanced social work.Repeatability: May be repeated. Maximum 6 hours.(RE) Prerequisite(s): SOWK 503, 504, 510, 511, 515, 516, 519, 538, 542 and 544.Comment(s): Advanced Standing satisfies prerequisites.Registration Permission: Non-MSSW students may register with consent of instructor.
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• SOWK 541: Generalist Fld Prac Extended I

  1.00 Credits

  The University of Tennessee - Knoxville

  
  Field seminar in generalist social work practice.Grading Restriction: Satisfactory/No Credit grading only.Registration Restriction(s): Master of Science in Social Work - social work major.
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• SOWK 542: Generalist Field Practice I

  3.00 Credits

  The University of Tennessee - Knoxville

  
  A required generalist course with a focus on integrating social work theory and practice in an organizational setting. The first in a sequence of required field practicum courses. Includes an agency-based placement and a seminar. This experiential course gives students the opportunity to apply, practice, and refine generalist social work competencies, knowledge, and skills with individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities. The seminar content, assignments, and activities prepare students for successful engagement and learning in a professional practice setting.Grading Restriction: Satisfactory/No Credit grading only.Registration Restriction(s): Master of Science in Social Work. Minimum student level – graduate.Registration Permission: Must have Instructor Permission to register if student previously withdrew from the course.
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