Jun 16, 2024

2019-2020 Academic Bulletin

2019-2020 Academic Bulletin [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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Social Work
	SOWK 462 - Social Work Research II Credits: 2 Course includes research tools for social workers, including: data collection methods, survey research, data analysis, qualitative research methods and writing research reports. Students will complete a research project addressing a social problem, analyze the data using SPSS, and write a research report. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite/Corequisite: SOWK 461 Schedule Type: Lecture Term Offering: Spring College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SOWK 475 - Topics in:__________ Credits: 1–4 Students are able to select offerings from various contemporary social-work topics. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Repeatable: Repeatable with different topics Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SOWK 477 - Community Assessment and Capacity Mapping Credits: 2 Introduction to various methods for assessing community needs and mapping community capacity to address those needs. Includes damage assessment for emergency situations. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SOWK 478 - Principles & Practice of Hazards Mitigation Credits: 3 Study of preparedness as related to hazards in the local community with attention to means of mitigation as well as planning measures. Includes IS modules IS271 Anticipating Hazardous Weather & Community Risk and IS340 Hazardous Materials Prevention. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): Evidence of satisfactory completion of PDService course. modules IS5 Intro to Hazardous Materials and IS55 Hazardous Materials Guide for Citizens. Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SOWK 489 - BSW Professional Seminar Credits: .5 Introduces and monitors professionalism as evidenced in student’s portfolio, scholarship skills, and their ability to exhibit positive behaviors that will ensure success in social work practice. Fall portfolios presented and graded in the spring. Grade Mode: Normal with DG (A-F,I,W,DG,DN) Corequisite(s): SOWK 435 Repeatable: Repeatable up to 1 credit Schedule Type: Seminar Term Offering: Fall, Spring College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SOWK 495 - Independent Study/Project/Teachings Credits: 1–4 Consent of the instructor required. Grade Mode: Normal w S/DG (A-F,I,S,U,DG,W) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Independent College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SOWK 501 - Foundations of Practice I Credits: 4 Designed to develop the theory, knowledge, and skills essential in generalist social-work practice. Various methods are offered for developing communication, assessment, planning, intervention, termination and evaluative skills necessary in social work practice. Focus on skills necessary for practice with individuals, families and groups in a variety of settings. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Corequisite(s): SOWK 510 Prerequisite(s): SOWK 531 or SOWK 532 Schedule Type: Lecture Term Offering: Fall College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SOWK 502 - Foundations of Practice II Credits: 4 Designed to develop the theory, knowledge, and skills essential in generalist social-work practice. Various methods are offered for developing communication, assessment, planning, intervention, termination and evaluative skills necessary in social work practice. Focus on skills necessary for practice with individuals, families and groups in a variety of settings. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Corequisite(s): SOWK 510 Prerequisite(s): SOWK 501 Schedule Type: Lecture Term Offering: Fall, Spring College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SOWK 505 - Medical Social Work Credits: 2 Introduces and develops the skills needed for social work in health care settings: hospitals, hospices, homecare and nursing homes. Skills include case management, discharge planning, medical terminology, documentation, advocacy, understanding cultural diversity, individual and family interviewing, and understanding psychosocial issues related to each setting. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SOWK 510 - Generalist Field Seminar Credits: .5 Provides opportunity for students to develop their basic social work skills through integrating social work knowledge and theory into field practice. Several aspects of field will be discussed. Is taken concurrently with the student’s field placement. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Corequisite(s): SOWK 501 or SOWK 502 Repeatable: Repeatable up to 1 credit Schedule Type: Seminar Term Offering: Fall, Spring College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SOWK 514 - Children & Families at Risk Credits: 2 This course explores factors that put children and families at risk for various social problems in American society. Special attention is placed on institutions, services, policies, and laws that impact families, set within a historical context of child welfare laws and services. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SOWK 515 - Christian Perspectives on Professional Ethics Credits: 2 Students will examine their personal beliefs and values in relation to ethical and diversity issues. Students will also apply a professional code of ethics to practice dilemmas they may face in the fields of social work and family life using a Christian theological framework. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture Term Offering: Spring College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SOWK 516 - Substance Use in American Society Credits: 2 An overview of substance use terminology, historical issues, definitions, epidemiology, consequences, and drugs of abuse within an American cultural and historical framework. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture Year Offering: Alternate years College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SOWK 520 - Web & Media for Not-for-Profit Credits: 2 This course emphasizes interpersonal competence, various professional standards and use of presentation and archival technologies for use in professional interviews. Electronic Portfolio, Web Development and CDROM Authoring technologies are presented. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SOWK 524 - Social Gerontology Credits: 2 A study of aging and ageism in the United States, including demographic trends, societal attitudes, problems of the elderly, and national policies relating to senior citizens in the cultural context of American society. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture Year Offering: Even years College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SOWK 525 - Emergency Planning Credits: 2 Principles of emergency planning used in any type of diaster. Includes working with volunteers, handling special events, evacuation, mass fatalities, planning for schools, and homeland security planning. Required course for Michigan Professional Emergency Management (PEM) certification. Includes satisfactory completion of FEMA-provided modules in Professional Development Series. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): SOWK 408 Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SOWK 531 - Human Behavior and the Social Environment I Credits: 2 Ecological model for studying human behavior and an overview of normal individual development from conception through early childhood. Psycho-social, learning, and social-role theories constitute the theoretical basis for the course. Special attention paid to the impact of gender, health, and minority status upon human development. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture Term Offering: Fall College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SOWK 532 - Human Behavior and the Social Environment II Credits: 2 Ecological model for studying human behavior and an overview of normal individual development from middle childhood to late adulthood. Psycho-social, learning, and social-role theories constitute the theoretical basis for the course. Special attention paid to the impact of gender, health, and minority status upon human development. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture Term Offering: Spring College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SOWK 535 - Generalist Field Experience Credits: 1–4 In this practicum, students will apply course-based knowledge and skills by working in a social service setting. A minimum of 400 clock hours are required. Grade Mode: Satisfactory w/DG (S,U,I,W,DG) Corequisite(s): SOWK 510 and SOWK 501 or SOWK 502 Repeatable: Repeatable up to 4 credits Schedule Type: Practicum Term Offering: Fall, Spring, Summer College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SOWK 536 - Generalist Social Work/Theological Field Experience Credits: 1–4 In this practicum, students will apply course-based knowledge and skills by working in a social service setting. A total of 400 clock hours are required. Cross-listed with CHMN560. Grade Mode: Satisfactory w/DG (S,U,I,W,DG) Corequisite(s): SOWK 501 , SOWK 510 Repeatable: Repeatable up to 4 credits Schedule Type: Practicum College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SOWK 537 - International Social Work Credits: 2 This course reviews the concepts, issues and organizations related to international social work. It gives students the historical perspective of the involvement of social workers in international action including both development and human rights efforts. The course includes a discussion of international ethics, global policy, and international exchange. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SOWK 543 - Assessment and Treatment of Victims of Violence Credits: 2 Examination of assessment issues, approaches, and barriers to effective treatment when working with victims of domestic violence, adult survivors of sexual abuse, victims of rape, incest survivors, and child sexual-assault victims. Interpretation of assessment findings included. Short- and long- term therapy options including specific techniques are explored. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SOWK 544 - International Social Work Services and Programs Credits: 2–4 Students will travel within the USA and/or abroad to develop thorough immension cultural competency in the areas of research, policy and practice, and to gain practical experience from an international social work perspective. Additionally, this course will provide students with networking opportunities with various humanitarian organizations working in national and international settings. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SOWK 545 - Counseling and Spirituality Credits: 2 This course provides an introduction to counseling and spirituality. Working from a Christian worldview, students will integrate current therapeutic practice models with a variety of spiritual counseling principles and skills. Students will assess their own spiritual wellness and examine how it impacts their work with clients. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): MSW student or permission of instructor. Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SOWK 550 - Social Policy Credits: 2,3 Develops basic knowledge and skills for policy analysis, formulation and critical challenge within local and international contexts. Examines the determining factors affecting public policy in the United States as compared with other systems. Provides framework for analysis of social problems and policies, as they impact development and social service practice. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture Term Offering: Spring College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SOWK 559 - Death & Grief in Contemporary Society Credits: 2 Designed to help the student understand cultural and societal perspectives on death as well as develop an increased awareness and sensitivity to the personal and interpersonal dynamics of death, dying, and loss. The student’s personal encounters with dying, death, and loss, as well as the experiences of guest speakers, provides topics for class discussion. The “art of condolence” is discussed for helping people deal with uncomplicated death and loss issues. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SOWK 561 - Social Work Research I Credits: 2 Course includes research tools available to social workers to assist them with the integration of research-based evidence into their practice. Discusses an overview of the research process, theoretical review, ethics, cultural competence, hypothesis and problem formulation, instrument construction and research design. SPSS will be used by students to design a research project addressing a social problem. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Corequisite(s): SOWK 531 Prerequisite(s): SOWK 531 Schedule Type: Lecture Term Offering: Fall College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SOWK 562 - Social Work Research II Credits: 2 Course includes research tools for social workers, including: data collection methods, survey research, data analysis, qualitative research methods and writing research reports. Students will complete a research project addressing a social problem, analyze the data using SPSS, and write a research report. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Corequisite(s): SOWK 561 , SOWK 532 Prerequisite(s): SOWK 561 , SOWK 532 Schedule Type: Lecture Term Offering: Spring College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SOWK 567 - Drugs and Behavior Credits: 2 An introduction to how drugs affect mood, sensation, consciousness, and other psychological and biological functions. We will look at concepts such as the short and long term effects of use and abuse of drugs, classification, and laws regulating the use of drugs, the relationship of drug use on societal issues, different approaches to drug treatment, as well as debates on controversial topics in the field of drugs. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): PSYC 101 Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SOWK 568 - Treatment of Substance Abuse Credits: 2 An overview of treatment techniques and basic prevention strategies including specific training in assessment and therapeutic techniques, examining the relationship between etiology and treatment. Treatment evaluation discussed. At-risk, vulnerable populations receive special consideration. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SOWK 577 - Community Assessment and Capacity Mapping Credits: 2 Introduction to various methods for assessing community needs and mapping community capacity to address those needs. Includes damage assessment for emergency situations. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SOWK 578 - Study Tour Credits: 0 Travel to selected areas of social work interest combined with lectures, directed readings and assignments. The amount of credit and geographic location are designated at the time a study tour is announced. Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Noncredit (NC,W) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Blended Learning College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SOWK 601 - Advanced Practice I Credits: 3 Develops interpersonal practice skills on an advanced level. The course gives special consideration to developing proficiency in cognitive-behavioral therapy. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Corequisite(s): SOWK 610 . Prerequisite(s): Completion of SOWK 502 or admission to Advanced Standing. Schedule Type: Lecture Term Offering: Fall College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SOWK 602 - Advanced Practice II Credits: 2 Develops practice skills on an advanced level. The course gives special consideration to Social Work leadership as it relates to human and financial resource management. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Corequisite(s): SOWK 610 . Prerequisite(s): Advanced-year status or permission of instructor. Schedule Type: Lecture Term Offering: Spring College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SOWK 605 - Advanced Clinical Assessment Credits: 3 Advanced assessment theories and research into the causes of mental disorders. Emphasis on developing differential diagnostic skills and holistic assessment from strengths and trauma-informed perspectives. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): Advanced-year status or permission of instructor. Schedule Type: Lecture Term Offering: Fall College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SOWK 610 - Advanced Field Seminar Credits: .5 This seminar builds on the student’s generalist foundational knowledge. It is designed to help the student further integrate social work knowledge and theory to field practice. Several aspects of field will be discussed. Is taken concurrently with the student’s field placement. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Corequisite(s): SOWK 601 or SOWK 602 . Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Seminar Term Offering: Fall, Spring College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SOWK 614 - Migrant & Refugee Issues Credits: 2 This course will study fundamental theories and concepts regarding voluntary migration (migrant issues) and forced migration (refugee issues). It will also address the main political, social, economic and environmental push and pull factors that influence immigration and emigration within the framework of globalization. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SOWK 620 - School Social Work Credits: 2 Required for students who wish to practice social work in a school setting. Various aspects of practice included: the students, the community, the school staff, and innovative social-work-practice techniques. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture Year Offering: Alternate years College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SOWK 624 - Evidence-Based Therapies Credits: 2 This survey course will explore evidence-based practice models that are commonly used in clinical settings. Students will have opportunities to observe and practice these models in a classroom setting in preparation for application in field settings. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SOWK 626 - Therapy with Children & Adolescents Credits: 2 This course prepares students to work with children and adolescents. Information on therapeutic modalities and specific interventions are included. The major psychological disorders in children and adolescents are addressed, as well as special issues they may have. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): Advanced-year status or permission of instructor. Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SOWK 628 - Treatment of Adult Mental Disorders Credits: 2 Examination of common adult mental disorders with focus on primary clinical goals of assessment, diagnosis and treatment. Emphasis placed on cultural and psychosocial context of assessment, diagnosis, and treatment planning. Specific treatment techniques for each diagnosis are explored, including trauma-informed perspectives. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): SOWK 501 , SOWK 502 or advanced placement. Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SOWK 630 - Policy for Social Change Credits: 3 Students explore theory and apply it to community organizing, coalition building, and advanced-policy analysis; assess existing policies within various systems and study the impact of these policies; and plan and implement a social-action project. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): Advanced-year placement. Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SOWK 635 - Advanced Field Experience Credits: 1–5 In this practicum, students will apply advanced course-based knowledge and skills by working in a social service setting. A minimum of 500 clock hours is required. Grade Mode: Satisfactory w/DG (S,U,I,W,DG) Corequisite(s): Successful completion of SOWK 535 , SOWK 610 ,SOWK 601 or SOWK 602 Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of SOWK 535 , SOWK 610 ,SOWK 601 or SOWK 602 Repeatable: Repeatable up to 5 credits Schedule Type: Practicum Term Offering: Fall, Spring, Summer College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SOWK 637 - Advanced Standing Field Experience Credits: 1–6 In this practicum, students will apply advanced course-based knowledge and skills by working in a social service setting. A minimum of 600 hours are required. Grade Mode: Satisfactory w/DG (S,U,I,W,DG) Corequisite(s): SOWK 610 , SOWK 601 or SOWK 602 Prerequisite(s): SOWK 610 , SOWK 601 or SOWK 602 Repeatable: Repeatable up to 6 credits Schedule Type: Practicum Term Offering: Fall, Spring, Summer College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SOWK 638 - Leadership in Social Work Credits: 2 Focus on leadership theories and strategies. Students develop the capacity to apply these theories and strategies adaptively in leadership situations within organizational and community context. Students explore how leadership styles, communication, planning, organizing, decision making, and marketing impact organizational and community change. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): Completion of SOWK 502 , admission to Advanced Standing, or permission of instructor. Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SOWK 640 - Interventions in Marital Conflict Credits: 2 Explores models and techniques to uncover and utilize counselee’s strengths to improve marital communication and satisfaction. Research-based techniques applied through role-playing and other experiential activities. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): SOWK 402 or SOWK 501 or an equivalent graduate course in social-work methods or counseling. Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SOWK 646 - Trauma and Advanced Crisis Intervention Credits: 2 This course is designed to enhance students’ empathic understanding of the nature of a traumatic experience from the child’s perspective, and how traumatic experiences and their aftermath may influence the child’s life. This focus on the impact of trauma on the child and family provides a foundation for assessment, crisis intervention, and intervention planning leading to the provision of effective, individually-tailored services that reflect the client’s unique needs and strengths, cultural background, developmental level, and life circumstances. Real case studies as they actually unfold in practice are utilized. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): SOWK 501 Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SOWK 648 - Workshop:____________ Credits: 1–4 Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Repeatable: Repeatable up to 4 credits Schedule Type: Workshop College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SOWK 649 - Advanced Family Therapy Credits: 2 This course prepares students to work with families. Major family therapy modalities are included, as well as an exposure to therapeutic family concerns and the importance of trauma-informed care. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): Advanced-year status or permission of instructor. Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SOWK 651 - Foundations of Biblical Counseling Credits: 2,3 This course equips students to apply biblical principles of counseling and psychological insights to human challenges in the emotional, spiritual, cognitive, and behavioral aspects of life. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SOWK 655 - Organizational/Community Assessment Credits: 2 The basic underpinnings of organizational dynamics. Students explore the historical influences on and current challenges faced by social-work managers. The basics of management-assessment skills and human issues that impact organization explored. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): Advanced-year placement. Schedule Type: Lecture Term Offering: Fall College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SOWK 659 - Human Sexuality Credits: 3 An understanding of the development and main tenets of interpersonal relationships, and a study of the character and quality of human social conduct. Also examines human sexuality, and studies the physiological, psychological, emotional and social aspects of sexual development and the Christian response to this God-given gift. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SOWK 660 - Advanced Practice Evaluation Credits: 3 Prepares students to examine their own practice’s quality. Attention given to selecting appropriate measurement tools. The latest evaluation techniques are presented, offering students resources for 21st-century practice. Grade Mode: Normal with DG (A-F,I,W,DG,DN) Prerequisite/Corequisite: Co/Prerequisites: SOWK 635 and advanced-year placement or permission of instructor. Schedule Type: Lecture Term Offering: Spring College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SOWK 665 - Program Continuation Credits: 0 Student may register for this title while clearing deferred grade (DG) and/or incomplete (I) classes with advisor approval only. Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Satisfactory (S,U,I,W) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Independent College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SOWK 667 - Interventions in Gerontology Credits: 2 This course will utilize bio-psychosocial knowledge about older adults to assess and apply advanced interventions in a variety of practice settings. Using case examples and practice activities, evidence-based therapeutic models and interventions will be examined to address these issues. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SOWK 670 - Project Continuation Credits: 0 Students may register for this title while clearing deferred grade (DG) and/or incomplete (I) classes with advisor approval only. This course qualifies for full-time status, requiring a minimum of 480 hours of work per semester of registration. Course/Lab Fee: Yes Course Attribute: Full-time status Grade Mode: Satisfactory (S,U,I,W) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Independent College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SOWK 675 - Topics in: Credits: 1–4 Students are able to select offerings from various contemporary social-work topics. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Repeatable: Repeatable with different topics Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SOWK 689 - Advanced Professional Seminar Credits: .5 Facilitates MSW closure prior to graduation. Students prepare and defend their portfolios. Each student reviews and documents his/ her learning and personal goal attainment. Exploration of issues related to career development and lifelong learning. Grade Mode: Normal with DG (A-F,I,W,DG,DN) Prerequisite(s): Advanced Standing or permission of instructor. Repeatable: Repeatable up to 1 credit Schedule Type: Seminar Term Offering: Fall, Spring College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SOWK 690 - Independent Study/Research Credits: 1–3 Open to qualified students who show ability and initiative. See the department policy for specific requirements. Grade Mode: Normal w S/DG (A-F,I,S,U,DG,W) Prerequisite(s): Permission of Graduate Program Director and instructor. Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Independent College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
Spanish
	SPAN 171 - Elementary Spanish I Credits: 3 Grammar with reading and writing of simple Spanish in the context of significant aspects of culture—oral and listening work stressed. Elementary Spanish I is designed for students who have studied no Spanish or less than 2 years of high-school Spanish or its equivalent. Lecture/Lab: Weekly: one 1-hour lab Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture/Lab College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPAN 172 - Elementary Spanish II Credits: 3 Grammar and reading continued: oral and listening work progressively increased. Designed for students with 2-3 years of high-school Spanish or its equivalent. Lecture/Lab: Weekly: one 1-hour lab Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): SPAN 171 with a minimum grade of C or permission of instructor. Schedule Type: Lecture/Lab College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPAN 275 - Intermediate Spanish Credits: 4 Grammar, reading, composition, oral and listening exercises on the intermediate level, including significant aspects of Spanish culture. Lecture/Lab: Weekly: one 1-hour lab Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): SPAN 172 with a minimum grade of C or permission of instructor. Schedule Type: Lecture/Lab College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPAN 280 - Spanish Conversation and Composition Credits: 3 Training in oral and writing self-expression, with emphasis on fluency and accuracy. Acquisition of idioms and review of different speaking and writing levels that exist within theSpanish language. Special attention to important differences that exist among allSpanish speaking countries when using the language in bothspeaking and writing. Reading comprehension and study of grammatical structures are important components of this course. Lecture/Lab: Weekly: 3 lectures and a 1-hour lab Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): SPAN 275 with a minimum grade of C or instructor permission Schedule Type: Lecture, Lab, Lecture/Lab College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPAN 325 - Spanish for the Medical Professions Credits: 3 Spoken and written Spanish used by the medical professions in the Spanish-speaking world. Strong emphasis on vocabulary, phrases, medical terminology, and specific language use in a doctor’s office and hospital settings. Basic knowledge of Spanish recommended. Lecture/Lab: Lab Required Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture/Lab College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPAN 405 - Spanish Grammar Review Credits: 1 A review of all basic grammar rules that are required to elaborate written documents and to help in the process of achieving fluency. Special emphasis is given to conjugation, orthography, and syntax. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPAN 416 - Spanish for Native Speakers Credits: 3 An in-depth study of the Spanish language for native speakers who have not had previous formal academic instruction in Spanish. Special emphasis will be given to oral and written communication by focusing on grammar, syntax, and correct usage of the Spanish language. Conducted entirely in Spanish. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPAN 420 - Advanced Spanish Written and Oral Communication Credits: 3 A comprehensive study of Spanish grammar for written and oral communication. A review of techniques and strategies to improve communication through creative writing, speech preparation, and class presentations. Emphasis on language fluency and accuracy. Conducted entirely in Spanish. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPAN 426 - Culture of Spain Credits: 3 An overview of Spain and its role in Europe as well as Latin America. Special consideration of geographical aspects, commerce, industry, tourism, education, political settings, and status of the Monarchy are given. Conducted entirely in Spanish. Lecture/Lab: Weekly: 3 lectures Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture Year Offering: Alternate years Term Offering: Summer College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPAN 436 - South American Culture Credits: 3 An introduction to the life and people of South America through lectures and readings in standard Spanish on the geography, history, politics, social problems, arts, and literature of the area. Conducted entirely in Spanish. Lecture/Lab: Weekly: 3 lectures Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture Year Offering: Alternate Years College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPAN 438 - Mexico and Central American Culture Credits: 3 An overview of the Mexico and Central American cultures and their presence in the United States of America. Special consideration to customs, traditions, values, lifestyle, and social problems along with some historical events that have greatly influenced Mexicans and Central Americans. Conducted entirely in Spanish. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPAN 439 - Hispanic Caribbean Culture Credits: 3 A course designed to explore Hispanic culture and tradition in the Spanish-speaking Caribbean islands. Special interest in Cuba, Dominican Republic and Puerto Rico and their immigration trends to the United States of America. A study of their lifestyle, values, traditions and customs. Conducted entirely in Spanish. Course offered every other year during fall semester. Lecture/Lab: Weekly: 3 lectures Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture Year Offering: Alternate Years College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPAN 446 - Spanish and Latin American Drama Credits: 3 A study of selected major Spanish and Latin American writers whose works reflect important political, social, moral, and cultural aspects of Hispanic societies. Conducted entirely in Spanish. Lecture/Lab: Lab Required Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture/Lab College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPAN 447 - Spanish for Translation Credits: 3 An introduction to the basic principles of translation from English to Spanish and from Spanish to English. An approach to techniques used in writing translation. Strong emphasis on written translations. Conducted entirely in Spanish. Lecture/Lab: Lab Required Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Blended Learning, Lecture/Lab College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPAN 448 - Spanish and Latin American Literature and Film Credits: 3 Comparison of artistic and linguistic differences between selected pieces of Spanish and Latin American literature and their film adaptation. Emphasis on language, characters, and cultural aspects of society. Conducted entirely in Spanish. Lecture/Lab: Lab Required Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Lab, Lecture/Lab College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPAN 449 - Spanish for Interpreters Credits: 3 A study of the basic principles of oral interpretation from English to Spanish and from Spanish to English. An approach to techniques used in oral interpretation. Strong emphasis on oral communication. Conducted entirely in Spanish. Lecture/Lab: Lab Required Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Lab, Lecture/Lab College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPAN 456 - Spanish for Speech Pathologists and Audiologists Credits: 3 Spoken and written Spanish used by speech pathologists and audiologists in both the medical and the educational fields in the United States of America as well as Spanish-speaking countries in the world. Strong emphasis on vocabulary, including specific terminology used in medical settings. This course is specifically oriented to students completing a degree in Spanish and Speech Language Pathology and Audiology as well as to those completing a degree in translation. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPAN 457 - Spanish Media Translation Credits: 3 A study of the basic principles of translation in the media. Comparison between translation of written documents and oral messages. Special attention to translating news, commercials, movies, websites, speeches, newspapers, and magazines. Conducted in both English and Spanish. Lecture/Lab: Lab Required Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Lab, Lecture/Lab College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPAN 470 - Spanish for Business Credits: 3 Spoken and written Spanish common to the Spanish-speaking world of business and industry, with emphasis upon business practices, and the writing and translating of business letters and professional reports. Cross-cultural references provide opportunities for comparative and contrastive analysis of American and Spanish cultural patterns in business settings. Conducted entirely in Spanish. An arranged lab is required. Course offered every other year during spring semester. Lecture/Lab: Weekly: 3 lectures and a 1-hour lab Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Lab, Lecture/Lab Year Offering: Alternate Years Term Offering: Spring College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPAN 488 - Spanish for International Relations Credits: 3 Spoken and written Spanish common to the Spanish-speaking world of international relations with emphasis in vocabulary related to government agencies, non-profit organizations, diplomacy, religious entities, independent agencies (UN, OEA). Special emphasis in communication. Conducted entirely in Spanish. Lecture/Lab: Lab Required Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture/Lab College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
Special Education
	GDPC 627 - Instructional Design for Special Education Credits: 3 This course will focus on the development of Specially Designed Instruction (SDI) for Children with Disabilities as required by IDEA (2004). SDI includes modification and accommodation to program content methodology and delivery. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CEIS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	GDPC 641 - Education of Students with Math Disabilities Credits: 3 This course will focus on the development of competency in the implementation of evidence-based instructional strategies designed to teach mathematics. Emphasis will be placed on methods supported by research. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CEIS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	GDPC 656 - Reading and Writing Assessment & Intervention Credits: 3 This is an advanced course for diagnosis and remediation or prevention of reading and writing disabilities. Students will be trained on how to administer and interpret different reading and writing assessments that are used with K-12 students and to determine the correct evidence-based intervention through the analysis of data. Students are also required to register for SPED645 P06 which is the 50-hour practicum lab portion of this class (lab graded S/U). Lab fee required. Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Lab College Code: CEIS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPED 525 - Psychology and Education of Exceptional Children Credits: 3 A comprehensive survey of the psychological and educational needs of exceptional children. Strategies for incorporating an exceptional student into regular classroom and for supporting the exceptional child in the community. Students are also required to register for SPED 525 PO2 which is the practicum portion of this class and entails 25 hours in a regular or special education classroom. Swing course—Approved 500–599 courses qualify for undergraduate-level credit Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Lab, Interactive Online College Code: CEIS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPED 554 - Supervisory Skills of Special Education Support Staff Credits: 1 This course would allow candidates to obtain the skills needed to supervise paraeducators and other voluteer staff that are commonly associated with special education programs. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online College Code: CEIS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPED 588 - Graduate Student Teaching: Credits: 2 The candidate will be placed with a field-supervisor in a K-5 and a 6-12 resource or inclusion special education setting for a eight week period. The candidate is required to demonstrate the ability to write and implement lesson plans that differentiate instruction, provide an intervention or remediation, collect data and demonstrate the ability to use data to make instructional decisions. At the culmination of both placements (K-5 and 6-12) candidates will be required to submit a portfolio displaying their professional documents that portray their skills and knowledge in the area of learning disabilities. This placement can be extended into the following semester by university supervisor recommendation. The lab hours will be arranged with the professor and field supervisor and will consist of 8 weeks of fulltime teaching. Grade Mode: Satisfactory w/DG (S,U,I,W,DG) Schedule Type: Practicum College Code: CEIS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPED 610 - Instructional Design for Special Education Credits: 3 This course will focus on the development of Specially Designed Instruction (SDI) for Children with Disabilities as required by IDEA (2004). SDI includes modification and accommodation to program content methodology and delivery. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online College Code: CEIS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPED 618 - Legal and Ethical Issues in Schools Credits: 3 An examination of: the history and foundations of school psychology and special education; legal, ethical and professional issues and trends; roles and functions of the special education teams; develop a knowledge of due process requirements, IDEA, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act and their implications in the delivery of educational services to students with special needs. Students are also required to register for SPED 618 PO1 which is the practicum portion of this class and entails 25 hours in a regular or special education classroom. Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online College Code: CEIS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPED 630 - Education of Students with Math Disabilities Credits: 3 This course will focus on the development of competency in the implementation of evidence-based instructional strategies designed to teach mathematics. Emphasis will be placed on methods supported by research. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CEIS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPED 645 - Reading and Writing Assessment & Intervention Credits: 3 This is an advanced course for diagnosis and remediation or prevention of reading and writing disabilities. Students will be trained on how to administer and interpret different reading and writing assessments that are used with K-12 students and to determine the correct evidence-based intervention through the analysis of data. Students are also required to register for SPED645 P06 which is the 50-hour practicum lab portion of this class (lab graded S/U). Lab fee required. Background check required for this course. Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Lab, Interactive Online College Code: CEIS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPED 651 - Behavioral and Educational Assessment Credits: 3 The selection, administration, and scoring of standardized and non standardized educational and behavioral measures within a Response to Intervention/problem-solving model, for remediation for diagnostic and placement purposes. Emphasis will be placed on connecting assessment with intervention strategies. Current issues in educational assessment pertaining to the classroom and students with special needs, including those of English language learners, will be addressed. Students are also required to register for SPED 651 PO3 which is the 50-hour practicum lab portion of this class Lab fee required. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CEIS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPED 672 - Psychoeducational Consultation Credits: 3 A study and application of the process of consultation with teachers, families, and other professionals in educational settings. Emphasis will be given to making data-based decisions and applying research-based intervention strategies within the school system. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): GDPC 651 Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CEIS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
Speech-Language Pathology & Audiology
	SPPA 091 - Speech Support Credits: 1 Andrews University students may register for speech and language evaluation and services. The evaluation and services will be provided by clinical supervisors and student clinicians to address diagnosed speech and language disabilities. Credits are not applicable to degree completion. Grade Mode: Satisfactory (S,U,I,W) Schedule Type: Independent College Code: CHHS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPPA 092 - Auditory Support Credits: 1,2 Andrews University students may register for audiological evaluation and/or intervention. The evaluation and intervention will be provided by clinical supervisors and student clinicians to completion of audiological assessments. Credits are not applicable to degree completion. Grade Mode: Satisfactory (S,U,I,W) Schedule Type: Independent College Code: CHHS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPPA 234 - Introduction to Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology Credits: 3 An introduction to the professions of speech-language pathology and audiology, this course surveys the possible etiologies and characteristics of various communication problems encountered by clinicians. Language and communication differences in a multicultural society are also examined. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CHHS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPPA 250 - Fieldwork Credits: 2 Students participate in experiences in the community related to the professions of speech-language pathology and audiology. Open to majors who have applied one semester in advance. Meets the general education fieldwork requirement. Does not apply to major or minor. Grade Mode: Normal w S/DG (A-F,I,S,U,DG,W) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Practicum College Code: CHHS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPPA 270 - Preclinical Observation Credits: 1 Students observe and write reports on a total of 25 hours of therapy and/or diagnostic sessions in the areas of speech-language pathology and audiology. They also participate in discussions of procedures used by the professionals during therapeutic interventions. Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Satisfactory (S,U,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CHHS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPPA 280 - Anatomy and Physiology of Speech and Hearing Credits: 4 The study of the anatomy and physiology of respiration, hearing, phonation, articulation, and the central nervous system. Students participate in a gross-anatomy human cadaver lab. Lecture/Lab: Weekly: 3 lectures and a 2-hour lab Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture/Lab College Code: CHHS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPPA 285 - Applied Phonetics Credits: 3 A study of the International Phonetic Alphabet and its application to speech and hearing sciences. Includes an introduction to acoustic theory and spectrographic analysis of speech. Skill is developed in transcription of both normal and disordered speech in children and adults. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CHHS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPPA 310 - Speech Science Credits: 3 An exploration of the theoretical information regarding speech perception and hearing, using concepts of physics, anatomy, and physiology. Clinical applications and management strategies for specific speech and hearing disorders will also be addressed. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): SPPA 280 , SPPA 285 or departmental permission Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CHHS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPPA 321 - Normal Language Development Credits: 3 A comprehensive look at the normal development of speech and language in the child; includes the areas of language prerequisite skills, phonology, morphology, semantics, syntax and pragmatics. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite/Corequisite: SPPA 234 Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CHHS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.

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