Sample classes

Social Justice: what does it mean – for you? for me? for the world we live in? This class raises many perspectives of what it takes to contribute to a just society; how we understand the oppressions and privileges experienced by those with whom we work, and also ourselves. Indeed, this class begins with the idea that a separation between ‘us’ and ‘them’ is not useful when visioning equitable social relationships. Come to this class and have your worldview expanded. This is a Pass/Fail class that attends to cognitive, affective, and spiritual learning processes.

Prerequisites: There are no prerequisites.

Practice, practice, practice: and more practice! Educating in social work means having opportunities to practice your analysis and your skills in situations with individuals, families, organizations, communities and policy makers. Preparing to enter the field of social work is the aim of all our courses, with particular emphasis on two in particular: Beginning Social Work Practice, a classroom based class where we learn the basics of where, when and how social workers practice, and we practice ourselves, through observation, role plays and reflection; and Field Practicum and Seminar, where students undertake a 700 hour agency-based placement, under the supervision of a community social worker and faculty member.

Prerequisites: Co-requisite SLWK 2111, SLWK 2222

It can be easy to hear a course title such as "cross cultural issues" and think the learning will be all about "other people," and indeed, in this class you will learn about the experiences of people marginalized by racialized, ethnic and identity positions.  At the same time, much of how we think of culture is rooted in our own cultural positioning, and the assumptions and beliefs supported by that positioning. Come to this class and learn about "other people" as well as yourself to develop skills and approaches to work effectively together.

Prerequisites: SLWK 3083.03 is recommended