This course provides an examination of the breadth and depth of the profession of social work as well as the philosophical perspectives and the professional value base. Public and private service delivery systems of social welfare and social needs (e.g., mental health services, education, child welfare) and various at-risk populations (e.g., due to statuses such as age, sexuality, religion, poverty, ability, etc.) are addressed. Theoretical foundations are identified as well as the problem solving framework of the social work profession.

May be repeated indefinitely.

May be repeated to a maximum of 12 hours.

Residency credit for dissertation research after the qualifying examination. Students may register for this course in the semester of the qualifying examination. A minimum of two semesters are required as well as continuous enrollment (Fall and Spring) until the dissertation is completed and defended.

Residency credit for preparing and taking the qualifying examination. Students may register for one semester of this course in anticipation of completing the qualifying examination during the semester. The course is not repeatable and is not required.

Half-time to full-time work on dissertation. May be repeated to a maximum of six semesters.

Half-time to full-time work on thesis. May be repeated to a maximum of six semesters.

Supervised reading and discussion of a selected research topic. May be repeated to a maximum of nine credits.

Supervised reading and discussion of a selected research topic. May be repeated to a maximum of nine credits.

Theory and data analysis involving likelihood functions, mixed models, missing responses.