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Department of Rehabilitation, Social Work and Addictions
The School of Community Service has filed a reorganization plan with the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board to change the way academic units are named and organized within the school. This change has been made because of the growth of these academic programs and to make it easier for students to find these units in university publications. Proposed changes submitted are reflected in the School of Community Service section of this catalog.
Main Office
Chilton Hall, 218
P.O. Box 13438
Denton, TX 76203-6438
(817) 565-2488
Fax: (817) 565-3960
Thomas L. Evenson, Chair
Linda Holloway, Assistant Director and Undergraduate Coordinator
Faculty
Professors Englander-Golden, Richardson. Associate Professors Bodenhamer-Davis, Evenson, Irons. Assistant Professors Barton, Rollins, Williamson. Visiting Assistant Professor Humes. Visiting Lecturer Holloway.
Introduction
The Department of Rehabilitation, Social Work and Addictions offers a graduate degree in rehabilitation services, with the opportunity for specialization in rehabilitation counseling or vocational evaluation. Undergraduate degrees are offered in rehabilitation studies (BS) and in social work (BSW). In addition, specific course work in the area of addictions is available.
Upon graduation, students are qualified for positions in a variety of human service settings, including mental health centers, hospitals, mental retardation programs, rehabilitation programs, child welfare settings, correctional facilities, aging programs, community living facilities, private nonprofit human service programs and alcohol and drug abuse programs, among others. The undergraduate degrees also prepare students for entry into graduate programs in rehabilitation or social work, often with advanced standing.
The department's undergraduate programs are structured to meet the needs and interests of students transferring from community colleges. Transfer students receive close advising in an effort to maximize the direct application of completed course work to their undergraduate degree plan. "Second careerists" also have found the content of the undergraduate programs appealing. People re-entering the competitive labor market and those interested in moving into a more professional career area find that these programs give them the opportunity and flexibility to move in directions and to develop skills that are of interest to them.
Extensive practical experience in community placements is combined with comprehensive classroom curricula to build an in-depth and well-rounded program. A comparatively low faculty/student ratio allows students to receive highly individualized academic advising from their assigned faculty adviser. This plays a significant role in the development of a degree plan that meets the individual student's needs and interests.
Social work majors are eligible to take the examination for licensure as a social worker by the State of Texas. Students who take specified addictions course work can meet the educational requirements for licensure as a chemical dependency counselor.
Programs of Study
The department offers undergraduate and graduate programs in the following areas:
Undergraduate
Rehabilitation
Bachelor of Science
Major in Rehabilitation Studies
Candidates for the Bachelor of Science degree with a major in rehabilitation studies must meet the following requirements:
1. Hours for the Degree: Completion of a minimum of 124 total semester hours; 42 hours must be advanced.
2. General University Requirements: See "General Degree Requirements" in the Academics section of this catalog.
3. University Core Curriculum: Minimum 47 hours. See "University Core Curriculum Requirements" in the Academics section of this catalog.
4. Major Requirements: Major of 42 hours.
5. Minor: Minor of 18 hours, of which 6 must be advanced, may be selected with the approval of the academic adviser. Students are advised to give careful consideration to career goals when selecting their minor area of study. A minor is not required.
6. Electives: Electives may be required to satisfy the advanced hour requirement and/or the minimum total hours (124) required for the degree.
7. Other Course Requirements:
Students are advised to take:
8. Other Requirements:
Minor in Rehabilitation Studies
Because of its compatibility with other human service fields, rehabilitation provides an appropriate minor for students majoring in such areas as psychology, social work, recreation, aging, health education and criminal justice. A minor in rehabilitation is composed of RHAB 2500, 3200, 3400 and 3600, and of two courses selected by the student and the adviser.
Scholarships
Students majoring in rehabilitation studies are eligible to apply for the Fort Worth Chapter Texas Rehabilitation Association and the Ken Miner Memorial scholarships, available only to undergraduate and graduate students in the rehabilitation program. Students interested in applying for these scholarships should contact the director of the center.
Graduate Degrees
The department offers a degree program leading to the Master of Science with a major in rehabilitation services. Students may select concentrations of study in rehabilitation counseling or vocational evaluation. For complete information, consult the Graduate Catalog.
Social Work
Bachelor of Social Work
The Bachelor of Social Work degree program is fully accredited by the Council on Social Work Education.
Summary of Degree Requirements
Candidates for the Bachelor of Social Work must meet the following requirements:
1. Hours for the Degree: Completion of a minimum of 124 semesters hours; 42 hours must be advanced.
2. General University Requirements: See "General University Requirements" in the Academics section of this catalog.
3. University Core Curriculum: Minimum 47 hours. See "University Core Curriculum Requirements" in the Academics section of this catalog.
4. Major Requirements: Major of 42 hours in Social Work and related required courses.
5. Electives: Electives may by required to satisfy the advanced hour requirement (42) and/or the minimum total hours (124) required for the degree.
6. Other Course Requirements: See individual major.
7. Other Requirements:
Supplemental Information for Bachelor of Social Work
Students may indicate an intention of majoring in social work at any point during their academic career. They may consult with social work and School of Community Service advisers regarding degree requirements at any time. However, formal acceptance into the social work majors occurs only after completion of the designated pre-major courses and submission of a formal application for admission. Students must have at least a 2.25 GPA to apply. Application to the major should occur by October 1st of the junior year. The number of available slots is limited, so admission may be restricted. An application form and instructions are available in the social work office.
Pre-major courses include: SOWK 1450 and 2430, SOCI 1520, BIOL 1110/1115, PSYC 1630 and a course on cultural diversity in the United States.
The Bachelor of Social Work degree requires a minimum grade of C in all social work courses, except for SOWK 4820 and 4830, which require a minimum grade of B.
Students in the program may select a minor in consultation with the student adviser.
Graduate Degrees
Although a major in social work is not offered at the graduate level, graduate courses in social work are offered and may be taken as a minor on the master's degree and/or as supporting work on the doctorate. Descriptions of social work graduate courses may be found in the Graduate Catalog.
Addiction
Institute for Studies in Addiction
The Institute for Studies in Addiction is a research and training component within the Department of Rehabilitation, Social Work and Addictions that focuses on issues related to substance abuse and addictions. Specific courses offered through the Department of Rehabilitation, Social Work and Addictions enable students to meet the educational portion of the requirements for Texas licensure of chemical dependency counselors (LCDC). The undergraduate adviser can assist students in selecting the appropriate courses.
Special Certificate Program
The Department of Rehabilitation, Social Work and Addictions offers training to those currently employed in human services. Qualified people may obtain graduate or undergraduate credit for participation in these programs. For additional information, contact the chair of the department.
Vocational Rehabilitation Laboratory
To enhance its academic programs, the Department of Rehabilitation, Social Work and Addictions operates a vocational rehabilitation laboratory where individuals with disabilities are afforded vocational services. The laboratory also provides students enrolled in the department's degree programs with an opportunity for practical experience while engaged in academic course work.
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