Course Syllabus

Fall 2024 | SWK-1010-VU01 - Introduction to Human Services

In Person Class

Standard courses meet in person at CCV centers, typically once each week for the duration of the semester.

Faculty

Michael Ohler
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Hiring Coordinator for this course: Gilberto Diaz Santos

General Education Requirements

VSCS Social Sciences

Note

Many degree programs have specific general education recommendations. In order to avoid taking unnecessary classes, please consult with additional resources like your program evaluation, your academic program catalog year page, and your academic advisor.

Courses may only be used to meet one General Education Requirement.

Course Description

This course provides an overview of the organization, values, theories, and variety of activities of various human service professions, with specific emphasis on social work. Students explore the human services and examine opportunities and educational requirements for a career in social work and other helping professions.

Essential Objectives

1. Trace the development of social welfare institutions in the United States, including the organization, funding sources, goals, management, and policies of contemporary local, state, and federal human service programs.
2. Compare human services systems in the United States to those developed in other global cultures and diverse societies.
3. Explain the needs of individuals and communities that are addressed by the human services system, describe human service programming, and evaluate the efficacy of common intervention methods.
4. Identify and discuss the educational and ethical requirements of human services professionals including the National Association of Social Workers Code of Ethics.
5. Apply the core values of Social Work—service, social justice, dignity and worth of the person, importance of human relationships, integrity, and competence.
6. Discuss the importance of cultural competence and demonstrate skills and strategies for supporting and collaborating with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
7. Explain the forms, mechanisms, and dynamics of oppression and the strategies of social change that advance human rights and social, economic, and environmental justice.
8. Explore the scope and diversity of career opportunities in social work and other human services fields through assignments such as informational interviews, job shadows, or other career exploration activities..

Required Technology

More information on general computer and internet recommendations is available on the CCV IT Support page. https://support.ccv.edu/general/computer-recommendations/

Please see CCV's Digital Equity Statement (pg. 45) to learn more about CCV's commitment to supporting all students access the technology they need to successfully finish their courses.

Required Textbooks and Resources

*** This is a no cost textbook or resource class. ***

This course only uses free Open Educational Resources (OER) and/or library materials. For details, see the Canvas Site for this class.

Artificial Intelligence(AI) Policy Statement

CCV recognizes that artificial intelligence (AI) and generative AI tools are widely available and becoming embedded in many online writing and creative applications.

Integrated: This course's generative AI policy acknowledges the use of AI is an essential skill in today's world. By using genAI for specific purposes, students become equipped with relevant skills and tools necessary to thrive in a technology-driven society. Emphasizing the mastery of generative AI should empower you to harness its potential, enhancing your problem-solving abilities and preparing you for future challenges and opportunities. Be aware, however, that any time generative AI is used at any point in the assignment without attribution it may be considered a violation of CCV's Academic Integrity Policy.

Methods

Readings in Files or handouts

Class discussion

Small group in-class presentations

Response papers

Exams

Quizzes

Films

Guest speakers

Field trips ((possible)

Integrative learning

End of semester final presentation

*Presentation of the news.

* Each of you will have the opportunity to begin class once with a discussion of a current news item that pertains to sociology. While it is helpful to have that news item relate to the class topic

Grading Criteria

CCV Letter Grades as outlined in the Evaluation System Policy are assigned according to the following chart:

	High	Low
A+	100	98
A	Less than 98	93
A-	Less than 93	90
B+	Less than 90	88
B	Less than 88	83
B-	Less than 83	80
C+	Less than 80	78
C	Less than 78	73
C-	Less than 73	70
D+	Less than 70	68
D	Less than 68	63
D-	Less than 63	60
F	Less than 60
P	100	60
NP	Less than 60	0

Weekly Schedule

Attendance Policy

Regular attendance and participation in classes are essential for success in and are completion requirements for courses at CCV. A student's failure to meet attendance requirements as specified in course descriptions will normally result in a non-satisfactory grade.

• In general, missing more than 20% of a course due to absences, lateness or early departures may jeopardize a student's ability to earn a satisfactory final grade.
• Attending an on-ground or synchronous course means a student appeared in the live classroom for at least a meaningful portion of a given class meeting. Attending an online course means a student posted a discussion forum response, completed a quiz or attempted some other academically required activity. Simply viewing a course item or module does not count as attendance.
• Meeting the minimum attendance requirement for a course does not mean a student has satisfied the academic requirements for participation, which require students to go above and beyond simply attending a portion of the class. Faculty members will individually determine what constitutes participation in each course they teach and explain in their course descriptions how participation factors into a student's final grade.

Accessibility Services for Students with Disabilities:

1. Provide disability documentation to the Accessibility Coordinator at your academic center. https://ccv.edu/discover-resources/students-with-disabilities/
2. Request an appointment to meet with accessibility coordinator to discuss your request and create an accommodation plan.
3. Once created, students will share the accommodation plan with faculty. Please note, faculty cannot make disability accommodations outside of this process.

Academic Integrity