*Program Overview* 

*Objective*: Prepare students for advanced clinical practice, leadership, and advocacy in diverse settings. 

*Credits*: 60 credits (typical), including 900-1200 fieldwork hours. 

*Year 1: Foundation Curriculum* 

*Core Courses* 

1. *SWK 501: Human Behaviour & Social Environment* (3 credits) 

   - Theories of development, systemic oppression, and cultural humility. 

2. *SWK 502: Social Welfare Policy & History* (3 credits) 

   - Historical context, policy analysis, and advocacy strategies. 

3. *SWK 503: Generalist Social Work Practice* (3 credits) 

   - Skills in engagement, assessment, and intervention across micro, mezzo, and macro levels. 

4. *SWK 504: Research Methods* (3 credits) 

   - Quantitative/qualitative research, program evaluation, and evidence-based practice. 

5. *SWK 505: Ethics & Professional Identity* (3 credits) 

   - NASW Code of Ethics, ethical dilemmas, and self-care. 

6. *SWK 590: Field Education I* (6 credits) 

   - 16-20 hours/week in a generalist setting (e.g., community agencies). 

*Year 2: Advanced Curriculum* 

*Specializations* (Choose one): 

- *Clinical Social Work*: Trauma therapy, DSM-5, and crisis intervention. 

- *Child & Family Services*: Child welfare, family systems, and policy advocacy. 

- *Health/Mental Health*: Integrated care, chronic illness, and healthcare policy. 

- *Community Development*: Grassroots organizing, grant writing, and social justice. 

*Advanced Courses* 

1. *SWK 601: Advanced Clinical Practice* (3 credits) 

   - Evidence-based interventions (e.g., CBT, motivational interviewing). 

2. *SWK 602: Policy Analysis & Advocacy* (3 credits) 

   - Legislative processes, coalition-building, and lobbying. 

3. *SWK 603: Advanced Research* (3 credits) 

   - Capstone/thesis project design and implementation. 

4. *SWK 604: Leadership & Management* (3 credits) 

   - Nonprofit administration, budgeting, and team supervision. 

5. *SWK 690: Field Education II* (6 credits) 

   - Specialized placement (e.g., hospitals, schools, policy orgs). 

*Electives* (Sample Options): 

- SWK 610: Trauma-Informed Care 

- SWK 615: Substance Use Disorders 

- SWK 620: School Social Work 

- SWK 625: Gerontology 

*Field Education* 

- *Year 1*: 400-500 hours (generalist practice). 

- *Year 2*: 500-700 hours (specialized practice). 

- Supervision by licensed MSW professionals. 

*Assessment & Grading* 

- *Methods*: Case studies, research papers, presentations, fieldwork evaluations. 

- *Grading Scale*: A (90-100), B (80-89), C (70-79); minimum 3.0 GPA required. 

- *Capstone/Thesis*: Oral defence and written report (required for graduation). 

*Additional Requirements* 

- Background check, vaccinations, and liability insurance for fieldwork. 

- Participation in diversity, equity, and inclusion workshops.