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<span class='text_page_counter'>(1)</span>English for social work students 3 Class 1 September 21, 2011 MSW. BÙI THỊ THANH TUYỀN Lecturer, University of Social Sciences and Humanities Department of Social Work.

<span class='text_page_counter'>(2)</span> Agenda 1. Introduction: 2. Introduction of Social Work in the US (Dr. Collins) 3. Expectations checking (What do the students expect from this class?) 4. General announcements 5. Meet lecturer after class 6. Identify student’s levels.

<span class='text_page_counter'>(3)</span> Questions for the introduction • • • • •. What’s your name? Where are you from? Why do you choose to study social work? What is your area of interest? Where did you do your field education? What does the agency do? What is the agency’ s target groups?.

<span class='text_page_counter'>(4)</span> Social Work in the United States: An Introduction. Mary Elizabeth Collins, A.M., PhD. Professor, Boston University School of Social Work Visiting Lecturer, Vietnam National University School of Social Sciences and Humanities Department of Social Work.

<span class='text_page_counter'>(5)</span> Questions for Students • In what ways do you see that social work in Vietnam and the U.S. are similar? • In what ways do you see that social work in Vietnam and the U.S. are different?.

<span class='text_page_counter'>(6)</span> History of Social Work in the U.S. •. There have always been systems of “helping” across societies and historical time periods. In earlier time periods “charity” often had roots in religious organizations.. •. In the late 1800’s charity work became more organized; often provided by untrained volunteers who were wealthy women known as “friendly visitors”.. •. Mary Richmond and Jane Addams were social work pioneers in the early 1900s.. •. Two branches of social work: Mary Richmond is associated with “casework” and Jane Addams is associated with “community organizing.”. •. During this time many programs and services were created often focused on women and children; enforcing safe housing and workplace regulations; and addressing needs of immigrants.. •. First Schools of Social Work were established.. •. National Association of Social Workers founded in 1955.. •. The social work profession has continued to grow and adapt to changing economic and social needs. Currently, social work is one of the fastest growing careers in the United States..

<span class='text_page_counter'>(7)</span> Social Work and Poverty • Social problems are almost always linked with poverty and related issues (discrimination, disability, displacement). • Although social work has developed in many areas it maintains a commitment to addressing the root causes of problems related to poverty..

<span class='text_page_counter'>(8)</span> National Association of Social Workers (NASW) • NASW is the national professional association ( www.socialworkers.org) • Professional social workers assist: individuals, groups, communities (1) to restore or enhance their capacity for social functioning, while (2) creating societal conditions favorable to their goals..

<span class='text_page_counter'>(9)</span> Some Characteristics of a Profession • Theory based body of knowledge • Required standards of education and training • Code of professional ethics.

<span class='text_page_counter'>(10)</span> National Association of Social Workers •. Social workers help people overcome challenges: Poverty Discrimination Domestic abuse Drug and alcohol addiction Physical illness Mental illness Unemployment Disability. •. Social workers help prevent crises and counsel individuals, families, and communities to cope more effectively with the stresses of everyday life.. •. Social workers are found in: schools, hospitals, mental health clinics, senior centers, elected office, prisons, military, corporations, and more..

<span class='text_page_counter'>(11)</span> NASW Code of Ethics • Social workers’ primary goal is to help people in need and to address social problems. • Social workers challenge social injustice. • Social workers respect the inherent dignity and worth of the person. • Social workers recognize the central importance of human relationships. • Social workers behave in a trustworthy manner. • Social workers practice within their areas of competence and develop and enhance their professional expertise..

<span class='text_page_counter'>(12)</span> Social Work Training and Education • A bachelor’s degree is the minimum requirement. • A master’s degree in social work (MSW) is typically required for many positions, especially counseling, supervisor, administrative, and staff training. • Continuing education also required for professionals..

<span class='text_page_counter'>(13)</span> Council on Social Work Education (www.cswe.org) • Currently: 473 accredited bachelor’s social work programs 209 accredited master's social work programs • CSWE sets policy and program standards for social work education, provides accreditation for bachelor's and master's degree programs in social work, promotes research and faculty development, and advocates for social work education..

<span class='text_page_counter'>(14)</span> Foundation Courses in MSW • • • •. Human Behavior in the Social Environment Social Welfare Policy Research Introduction to Clinical Practice: focuses on work with individuals, families, and groups. Knowledge and skills in diagnosis and assessment, treatment, and prevention. • Introduction to Macro Practice: focuses on changing larger systems, such as communities and organizations. It includes: planning, program development, community organizing, policy analysis, legislative advocacy, program evaluation, and human services management..

<span class='text_page_counter'>(15)</span> Field Education • • • •. Practice in agencies (clinical, macro, policy) Supervision by a social worker Learning contract Integrate theory and practice.

<span class='text_page_counter'>(16)</span> Some key concepts in social work Evidence-based policy and practice use of the “best” evidence for making decisions. Cultural competence skills, knowledge, attitudes for working effectively with variety of different people. International/Global social work elements of social work that are consistent across countries. Family support interventions working in partnership with families when children are at risk. Empowerment models models related to building on the strengths rather than deficits of clients.

<span class='text_page_counter'>(17)</span> Questions What is the history of social work in Vietnam? What are the major problems that social work addresses in Vietnam? What are students’ field experiences? What are some of the key concepts of social work in Vietnam?.

<span class='text_page_counter'>(18)</span> Expectations checking • Group the students (4 groups) • Students discuss about their expectations • Students present their results • Summarize the expectations.

<span class='text_page_counter'>(19)</span> General announcements • Attendance: - Accepted: more than 80% - Not accepted: less than 80% • Late Attendance: - Accepted: 15’ - Not accepted: after 15’ • Cell phone: put in silent mode • Special needs: contact lecturer.

<span class='text_page_counter'>(20)</span> Grades • Final exam: 50% of the course grade  Bi-weekly quizzes: 15% ( 5 tests)  Participation: 5% • Mid-term exam: 30% of the course grade.

<span class='text_page_counter'>(21)</span> Meet lecturer after class • Prefer: email • Emergency: cellphone 0916494768.

<span class='text_page_counter'>(22)</span> Identify student’s levels. Test 1.

<span class='text_page_counter'>(23)</span> Review Sexually abused children Street children homosexual couple/women/men/people MSM People living with HIV People with disability Elderly/seniors.

<span class='text_page_counter'>(24)</span> End of Class. • Questions?.

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