BSW Online

Critical Analysis of Social Work Theories and Practice

Learners critically examine diverse theories and perspectives and integrate theory and practice.

Indigenous Peoples’ Histories, Cultures, and Healing Practices

From an Indigenous worldview, learners gain an appreciation of the diverse Indigenous healing practices that are rooted in natural laws, languages, and spirit. Learners are invited to engage in learning that honours the resistance and resilience of Indigenous peoples in the face of colonial violence, genocide, and complex intergenerational traumas.

Africentric Social Work Practice

Learners critically examine African-centred worldviews, philosophies, values, and principles in historical and contemporary contexts, which inform the application and an exploration of the interconnections with anti-racist and anti-colonial Social Work.

Social Work Research

Learners develop foundational knowledge of research, research process and methodologies. Learners critically apply research skills in diverse contexts.

Green Social Work and Sustainability

Learners examine the role of Social Work in addressing the environmental crisis across individual, community, organizational, and professional contexts. Learners critically assess and apply approaches and innovations to integrate environmental justice and sustainability in Social Work practice.

Social Work Practice in an Interconnected World

Learners engage in critical examination of the interconnections among local, international, and global opportunities and challenges. Learners explore and apply Social Work skills to promote social action, social change, resilience, and wellness.

Multiple Dimensions of Mental Health

Learners develop theoretical knowledge and practical skills to address a continuum of mental well-being to mental illness, classification of mental disorders, and addictions within diverse local and international contexts.

You may study topics such as: addictions and recovery, human sexuality, gerontology, intimate partner violence, loss and grief, mental health and trauma, social work in health care or child welfare settings, and social work with immigrants and refugees.

Consult the timetable for course offerings.

There are no specific courses that you are required to take but we recommended that you complete courses in the “human services” field (e.g., gender studies, Indigenous studies, psychology, anthropology, sociology, etc.) that build on the courses you have taken in your diploma. Make sure you have not already been given credit for these courses in your diploma.

Final Practicum

Learners engage in 400 hours of supervised Social Work practice. Learners build Social Work competence in various settings including research, human service organizations or through the self-directed practicum model.

Final Integrative Seminar

Learners integrate academic knowledge with practice experience, engage in critically reflective practice, and demonstrate the values and ethics guiding Social Work practice. Learners evolve their personal practice frameworks in preparation for graduation as professional Social Workers.

You may study topics such as: addictions and recovery, human sexuality, gerontology, intimate partner violence, loss and grief, mental health and trauma, social work in health care or child welfare settings, and social work with immigrants and refugees.

Consult the timetable for course offerings.

There are no specific courses that you are required to take but we recommended that you complete courses in the “human services” field (e.g., gender studies, Indigenous studies, psychology, anthropology, sociology, etc.) that build on the courses you have taken in your diploma. Make sure you have not already been given credit for these courses in your diploma.

*IMPORTANT: You are strongly encouraged to enroll in a web-based UCalgary course to maintain full-time standing in this term. Questions? Contact your Student Advisor.

There are no specific courses that you are required to take but we recommended that you complete courses in the “human services” field (e.g., gender studies, Indigenous studies, psychology, anthropology, sociology, etc.) that build on the courses you have taken in your diploma. Make sure you have not already been given credit for these courses in your diploma.

Interprofessional Practice in Mental Health

Students from different helping professions come together to examine selected issues of interprofessional practice in the area of mental health and co-occurring addictive disorders, focusing on the experience of mental illness, treatment alternatives, practice implications, advocacy and policy issues, and future challenges and change. Incorporates in-class and field experiences with consumers and families, employers and professionals, services and organizations.

Interprofessional Practice in Addictions

Students from different helping professions come together to examine aspects of addictions assessment, treatment and recovery and issues of co-occurring mental health disorders in an interprofessional context. Studies include the complex array of treatments, programs and supports available in a Canadian context, and critical examination of the ancillary issues of community care, and other support services that are required for successful recovery and relapse prevention for those with addictive disorders and co-occurring mental health issues.