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Our programs are based on quarter credits, rather than semester credits. One quarter credit equals 2/3 semester credit. Quarter credits are unique to GuidedPath.
Total program credits needed for graduation: 180, 54 of which must be at the 3000 and 4000-level.
One academic quarter is 3 months. You will have a 3-week break between each quarter.
13 required courses including practicum
SWK2002 |
Introduction to Social Work and Social Welfare
Learners in this course develop professional foundations of social work. Learners gain the knowledge, skills, and understanding of ethics involved in generalist social work practice. Learners analyze the economic, political, social, and theoretical contexts of social work practice. Throughout the course, learners familiarize themselves with the diverse settings, roles, and client groups associated with social work. For BSW learners only. Must be taken during the learner’s first quarter. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer or credit for prior learning. |
6 quarter credits |
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SWK2200 * |
History, Policy, and Practice of Social Welfare
Learners in this course gain an understanding of the history of social work. Learners investigate theoretical frameworks and generalist practice to understand domestic social policies and social welfare programs. Learners build an understanding and competence in advocating, leading, and planning concerning issues of economic, human rights, and social justice for children, youth, adults, families, communities, and organizations. For BSW learners only. Prerequisite(s): Completion of or concurrent registration in SWK2002. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer except by coursework from a CSWE-accredited program. |
6 quarter credits |
SWK2208 * |
Introduction to Human Behavior and the Social Environment
Learners identify how generalist practitioners utilize systems approaches to analyze the impact of social forces on the dynamics of individuals and families. Using theories, social work best practices, and research findings, learners cultivate the ability to assess the ways in which individuals and families function within the context of their social environments. For BSW learners only. Prerequisite(s): Completion of or concurrent registration in SWK2002. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer except by coursework from a CSWE-accredited program. |
6 quarter credits |
SWK2400 * |
Introduction to Research in Social Work Practice
Learners in this course develop the knowledge, skills, and tools needed to engage in generalist practice that is rooted in the duality of research-formed practice and practice-informed research. Learners cultivate competence related to evaluating best practices and critically assessing the research of others, as well as planning and conducting research. Through analysis of the relationship between social work and research, learners acquire the skills necessary to effectively serve individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities. Learners demonstrate their knowledge and skills through building their own research plans and leveraging technology throughout the design and proposal processes. For BSW learners only. Prerequisite(s): Completion of or concurrent registration in SWK2002. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer except by coursework from a CSWE-accredited program. |
6 quarter credits |
SWK3200 * |
BSW Practice - Micro
Learners in this course engage in a dynamic synchronous and asynchronous online hybrid experience integrating live video generalist practice experiences with faculty and learners in a virtual learning community to guide them as they gain the skills necessary to integrate social work best practices, methods, and theories into their work as generalist practitioners. Learners build the knowledge, values, and best practice skills required for generalist social work practice. Learners demonstrate their ability to utilize technology, leadership, and evaluation-of-practice techniques by leveraging a strengths-based perspective and problem solving processes. Finally, learners identify how to appropriately and effectively improve the well-being of others while mitigating adverse environmental conditions. For BSW learners only. Prerequisite(s): SWK2002, SWK2200, SWK2208, SWK2400. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer or credit for prior learning. |
6 quarter credits |
SWK3208 * |
Advanced Human Behavior and the Social Environment
Learners in this course develop an understanding of the ways in which the social environment affects human behavior. Learners analyze and apply theories and concepts from behavioral sciences to make informed generalist social work practice interventions within the context of interactions between individuals and groups in various economic, environmental, and social systems. For BSW learners only. Prerequisite(s): SWK2208. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer or credit for prior learning. |
6 quarter credits |
SWK3216 * |
Planning and Social Policy in Human Services
Learners analyze the ways in which contemporary social policies in the United States impact the role of generalist social work practitioners in implementing, planning, leading, and evaluating said policies. Throughout the course, learners gain an understanding of the origins, process, and politics associated with these polices. Learners identify the ways in which generalist practice values, best practice standards, and social polices intended to advance human rights and social justice integrate together to create actionable approaches to contemporary social work. For BSW learners only. Prerequisite(s): SWK2200. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer or credit for prior learning. |
6 quarter credits |
SWK3400 * |
Research in Social Work Practice 2
Learners in this course build upon their knowledge of research methodologies and apply anti-oppressive, socially just research practices related to generalist social work. Learners analyze the implications of data types, data collection, and data analysis within qualitative, quantitative, and mixed-methods research design. Additionally, learners develop strategies for integrating leadership methods, knowledge, and theories into their work and research as generalist social work practitioners. For BSW learners only. Prerequisite(s): SWK2400. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer or credit for prior learning. |
6 quarter credits |
SWK3420 * |
BSW Practice – Mezzo
Learners engage in a dynamic synchronous and asynchronous online hybrid experience to apply generalist social work best practices and integrate technology in their work with individuals, families, groups, organizations, communities, and colleagues with particular emphasis on small-to-medium groups. Learners analyze the way in which mezzo generalist practice links both micro and mezzo social work practices. Additionally, learners investigate ways in which the environment, research literature, and ethical concerns informs this level of practice. For BSW learners only. Prerequisite(s): SWK2208, SWK3200. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer or credit for prior learning. |
6 quarter credits |
SWK3430 * |
BSW Practice – Macro
Learners engage in a dynamic synchronous and asynchronous online hybrid experience in which they build upon their micro and mezzo generalist social work practice knowledge. Learners gain the competence and knowledge of skills and theory necessary to apply social work best practices to serving larger groups, organizations, and communities. Learners analyze generalist practice models of macro social work, including community organizing, effective use of technology, leadership, social action, social planning, and supervision within the context of driving change and development within communities and organizations. For BSW learners only. Prerequisite(s): SWK3200, SWK3216. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer or credit for prior learning. |
6 quarter credits |
SWK4020 * |
Technology for Generalist Social Work Practice
Learners in this course investigate the ways in which technology can be integrated into generalist social work practice. Learners gain competence and knowledge of leveraging technology with generalist practice activities such as communication, client interviewing, documentation, evaluation, and professional development with an emphasis on 21st-century social work practice skills and serving diverse clients. For BSW learners only. Prerequisite(s): Completion of or concurrent registration in SWK4600. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer or credit for prior learning. |
6 quarter credits |
SWK4600 * |
Generalist Practice Education Practicum 1
This is the first course in a sequence of two required practicum courses during which learners complete a minimum of 400 supervised site-based learning experience hours. Throughout the practicum, learners engage in experiential learning in an agency setting and apply social work best practice theories, professional values, and practice techniques gained from their social work foundation courses. This course includes an integrative seminar that facilitates learners' leadership development and technology skills with regard to entry-level generalist social work practice. For BSW learners only. Prerequisite(s): SWK3430. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer or credit for prior learning. |
6 quarter credits |
SWK4602 * |
Generalist Practice Education Practicum 2
This is the second course in a sequence of two required practicum courses during which learners complete a minimum of 400 supervised site-based learning experience hours. Throughout the practicum, learners engage in experiential learning in an agency setting and apply social work best practice theories, professional values, and practice techniques gained from their social work foundation courses. This course includes an integrative seminar that facilitates learners' leadership development and technology skills with regard to entry-level generalist social work practice. For BSW learners only. Prerequisite(s): SWK4600. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer or credit for prior learning. |
6 quarter credits |
Elective courses
At least 57 quarter credits
Choose 57 quarter credits of additional undergraduate courses.
Total
At least 180 quarter credits, including a minimum of 54 quarter credits from the 3000/4000 level
Honors Pathway
Learners enrolled in the honors pathway complete the following general education courses.
Honors courses
At least 15 quarter credits
PHI-H2005 |
Honors Seminar: Critical Thinking for the Professional World
This is the first course in the honors pathway. Learners apply critical thinking skills to develop a professionally relevant question in their discipline or program of study to investigate throughout the honors pathway. Learners gain the knowledge and skills necessary to ask questions and solve problems from multiple perspectives. Learners analyze their question from multiple perspectives and engage in enriching discussions with faculty and peers. For honors pathway learners only. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer. |
3 quarter credits |
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COM-H4005 * |
Communicating and Integrating Solutions in the Professional World
In this course, learners apply communication skills, information literacy, and first-hand research to complete a final professional presentation and share their findings with their instructor and peers. For honors pathway learners only. Prerequisite(s): SOC-H3005. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer. |
6 quarter credits |
SOC-H3005 * |
Honors Professional Seminar
Learners in this course take a sociological approach to professional growth in the workplace. This course provides learners with the opportunity to complete a professional project that addresses an organizational need or solves a problem. Learners explore questions and develop their project with faculty and peers through engaging discussions and assignments. Throughout the course, learners use a sociological perspective to further develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills to address interdisciplinary issues. For honors pathway learners only. Prerequisite(s): PHI-H2005. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer. |
6 quarter credits |
These courses are applied toward the general education requirement and taken in addition to the remaining required courses.
Total
At least 180 quarter credits, including a minimum of 54 quarter credits from the 3000/4000 level
* Denotes courses that have prerequisite(s). Refer to the descriptions for further details.
Learners who do not complete all program requirements within quarter credit/program point minimums will be required to accrue such additional quarter credits/program points as are associated with any additional or repeat coursework necessary for successful completion of program requirements.
Practicum/Internship
Learners enrolled in the Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) degree program are required to complete a minimum of 400 supervised hours of hands-on practicum/internship experience in an agency setting. The practicum/internship experience portion for this program is the signature pedagogy in social work education.
In the BSW practicum/internship experience, learners blend their courseroom education with real-world experiences to develop generalist practice skills under the leadership and supervision of an experienced professional social worker. This practicum/internship experience provides learners with the opportunity to experience direct practice with individuals, families, groups, and organizations. Additionally, learners engage in an integrated practicum/internship seminar to support their professional development.
Learners use their practicum/internship experiences to help them achieve their program outcomes and generalist practice skills under the leadership and supervision of an experienced professional social worker. This practicum/internship experience provides learners with the opportunity to experience direct practice with individuals, families, groups, and organizations. Additionally, learners engage in an integrated practicum/internship seminar to support their professional development.
Practicum and/or Internship hours are considered complete once all program required practicum/internships hours have been successfully achieved. Partial completion of practicum/internship requirements/hours can't be verified for licensure or transfer of hours.
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