Academics & Guiding Resources

Fall 2020: 

• Great Conversation 113 - Greeks and Hebrews

• Computer Science 121 - Principles of Computer Science

• Exercise Science 121 - Beginning Swimming

• French 231 - Intermediate French I

• Psychology 125 - Principles of Psychology

Interim 2021: 

• Great Conversation 115 - Romans and Christians 

Spring 2021: 

• Music Ensemble 111 - Norseman Band

• Great Conversation 116 - Medieval Synthesis

• Political Science 121 - International Relations

• Exercise Science 124 - Intermediate Swimming

• Exercise Science 136 - Fitness Walking

• French 232 - Intermediate French II

• Psychology 241 - Developmental Psychology

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Fall 2021: 

• Biology 123 - Human Biology with Lab

• Great Conversation 217 - Explorers, Rationalists, Revolutions

• Statistics 212 - Statistics for Science

• Sociology/Anthropology 264 - Race and Class in American Culture

Interim 2022: 

• Sociology/Anthropology 248 - Dying, Death, Bereavement 

Spring 2022:

• Great Conversation 218 - Critics, Dreamers, Radicals

• Family Studies 242 - Family Relationships

• Psychology 249 - Social Psychology

• Sociology/Anthropology 296 - Topic: Drugs, Addiction, Anthropology

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Fall 2022:

• Social Work 221 - Social Work and Social Welfare

• Psychology 230 - Psychology Research Methods with Lab

• Social Work 246 - Human Behavior in the Social Environment

• Social Work 254 - Inclusive Practice with Individuals and Families

Interim 2022: 

• Psychology 221 - Menacing Minds

Spring 2023:

• Economics 240 - Introduction to Law and Economics

• Social Work 258 - Social Policy

• Social Work 261 - Inclusive Practice with Groups, Organizations, and Communities

• Social Work 274 - Social Work Research Methods

• Social Work 294 - Independent Academic Internship

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Fall 2023:

• Social Work 373 - Just Practice

• Social Work 380 - Field Practicum

Interim 2024: 

• Chemistry 107 - Forensic Science with Lab

Spring 2024:

• Psychology 247 - Psychopathology

• Education 346 - Ethics of Refugee and Immigrant Education

• Social Work 381 - Social Worker as a Professional

• Independent Research 398 - Vulnerable Adult Abuse - Ethics

Summer 2024: 

• Social Work 722 - Psychopathology for Social Work Practice

• Social Work 724 - Advanced Practice with Individuals and Families: Assessment and Treatment Planning

Fall 2024: 

• Social Work 726 - Psychopathology for Clinical Social Work

• Social Work 730 - Evidence-Based Practice for Social Work

• Social Work 731 - Advanced Welfare Policy and Analysis

• Social Work 746 - Advanced Practicum Block Placement

Spring 2025: 

• Social Work 510 - Understanding the Impact of Trauma

• Social Work 711 - Trauma-Informed Practice

• Social Work 712 - Advanced Trauma Responsive Practice

• Social Work 750 - Applied Research Methods in Social Work

• Social Work 728 - Comparative Treatment Modalities

• Social Work 733 - Social Work Practice with Organizations and Communities II

• • Abuse Prevention and Resident Rights

  • Behavioral Health

  • Behavioral Health Introduction - RCBH - CareChoice

  • Behavioral Health: Listen-Understand-Act - RCBH - CareChoice

  • Communication and Conflict Resolution NDBON 2227

  • Coronavirus COVID-19

  • Cultural Competency

  • Customer Service

  • Dementia Management and Abuse Prevention

  • Elder Justice Act

  • Emergency Preparedness - Human Hazards - SNF

  • Emergency Preparedness - Overview - SNF

  • Emergency Preparedness - Site and Natural Hazards - SNF

  • HIPPA

  • Infection Prevention and Control - N95 Respirator

  • Infection Prevention and Control - PPE

  • Infection Prevention and Control - SNF

  • Infectious Diseases - SNF

  • Medicaid Fraud and Abuse

  • Medicare - Fraud, Waste, and Abuse

  • OSHA - SNF

• DCFS Mandated Reporting

• Fire Safety

• OIG Rule 50 IDHS Reporting Abuse and Neglect (Updated July, 2017)

• DCFS Mandated Reporting

• Fire Safety

• Rule 50 Abuse and Neglect (ALL Sections Combined)

• DSP Module 1-01 Legislation, Roles and Responsibilities

• DSP Module 1-02 Code of Ethics and Guiding Principles

• DSP Module 1-03 Developmental and Intellectual Disabilities

• DSP Module 1-04a Mental Health Disability and Dual Diagnosis

• DSP Module 1-04b Mental Health Disability and Dual Diagnosis

• DSP Module 1-05 Autism Spectrum Disorders

• DSP Module 1-06 Sensory Processing

• DSP Module 1-07 Down Syndrome and Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders

• DSP Module 1-08 Epilepsy and Cerebral Palsy

• DSP Module 1-09 Positive Behavior Supports and People First Language

• DSP Module 1-10 Confidentiality and Community Inclusion

• DSP Module 2-01 Evolution of Human Rights for People with Developmental Disabilities

• DSP Module 2-02 Rules and Codes

• DSP Module 2-03 Principles of Advocacy

• DSP Module 2-04 Understanding Human Rights, Part 1

• DSP Module 2-05 Understanding Human Rights, Part 2

• DSP Module 2-06 Cultural Competency

• DSP Module 2-07 Emotional Expression

• DSP Module 2-08 The Choice Making Process

• DSP Module 2-09 Guardianship

• DSP Module 2-10 Behavior Management Committee

• DSP Module 2-11 The Human Rights Committee

• DSP Module 2-12 Dignity of Risk

• DSP Module 3-01 Abuse and Neglect: Legal Responsibilities

• DSP Module 3-02 Defining Physical Abuse and Sexual Abuse

• DSP Module 3-02 Defining Physical Abuse and Sexual Abuse

• DSP Module 3-03 Mental Abuse and Financial Exploitation

• DSP Module 3-04 Defining Neglect

• DSP Module 3-05 Important Terms and FAQs

• DSP Module 3-05 Important Terms and FAQs

• DSP Module 3-06 Required Reporter

• DSP Module 3-07 Abuse and Neglect Reporting

• DSP Module 3-08 Recognizing Maltreatment

• DSP Module 3-09 Recognizing Sexual Abuse

• DSP Module 3-10 Responding to Sexual Abuse

• DSP Module 3-11 Investigations and False Accusations

• DSP Module 3-11 Investigations and False Accusations

• DSP Module 3-12 Abuse and Neglect Prevention, Part 1

• DSP Module 3-12 Abuse and Neglect Prevention, Part 1

• DSP Module 3-13 Abuse and Neglect Prevention, Part 2

• DSP Module 3-14 Recognizing Stress and Burnout

• DSP Module 3-15 Preventing Stress and Burnout

• DSP Module 3-15 Preventing Stress and Burnout

• DSP Module 3-16 Support in Times of Stress

• DSP Module 4-01 Importance of Communication & the Communication Process

• DSP Module 4-01 Importance of Communication & the Communication Process

• DSP Module 4-02 Responsive Communication and Active Listening

• DSP Module 4-03 Key Components of Communication

• DSP Module 4-04 Non-Verbal Communication

• DSP Module 4-05 Behavior & Communication Functions

• DSP Module 4-06 Augmentative and Alternative Communication

• DSP Module 4-07 Visual Supports in Communication

• DSP Module 4-08 Physical Abilities and Communication Skills

• DSP Module 4-09 Intellectual Abilities & Communication

• DSP Module 4-10-1 Autism Spectrum Disorders and Communication

• DSP Module 4-10-2 Autism Spectrum Disorders and Communication

• DSP Module 4-11 Visual Abilities and Communication

• DSP Module 4-12-1 Hearing Abilities and Communication

• DSP Module 4-12-1 Hearing Abilities and Communication

• DSP Module 4-12-2 Hearing Abilities and Communication

• DSP Module 4-12-2 Hearing Abilities and Communication

• DSP Module 4-13 Expressing Emotions, Grief & Communication

• DSP Module 4-14-1 Supportive Communication Best Practices

• DSP Module 4-14-2 Supportive Communication Best Practices

• DSP Module 5-01 Service Plan, the IDT and the DSP Role

• DSP Module 5-01 Service Plan, the IDT and the DSP Role

• DSP Module 5-02 Sections of the Service Plan

• DSP Module 5-02 Sections of the Service Plan

• DSP Module 5-03 Service Plan Documentation

• DSP Module 5-03 Service Plan Documentation

• DSP Module 5-04 Service Plan Implementation, Part 1

• DSP Module 5-05 Service Plan Implementation, Part 2

• DSP Module 1-03 Developmental and Intellectual Disabilities

• DSP Module 1-05 Autism Spectrum Disorders

• DSP Module 1-05 Autism Spectrum Disorders

• DSP Module 1-08 Epilepsy and Cerebral Palsy

• DSP Module 2-08 The Choice Making Process

• DSP Module 5-06 Additional Resources and Opportunities

• DSP Module 6-01 Basic Health & Safety: Raul

• DSP Module 6-01 Basic Health & Safety: Raul

• DSP Module 6-02 Basic Health & Safety: Johnnie, Carlos, Steve and Bill

• DSP Module 6-02 Basic Health & Safety: Johnnie, Carlos, Steve and Bill

• DSP Module 6-03-2 Part 2 Basic Health & Safety: Avery, Andre, Jessica and Jill

• DSP Module 6-03-2 Part 2 Basic Health & Safety: Avery, Andre, Jessica and Jill

• DSP Module 6-04 Basic Health & Safety: Kelly

• DSP Module 6-04 Basic Health & Safety: Kelly

• DSP Module 6-05 Basic Health & Safety: Abdul

• DSP Module 6-06 Basic Health & Safety: Tommy

• DSP Module 6-07 Basic Health & Safety: Fire Alarm

• DSP Module 6-07 Basic Health & Safety: Fire Alarm

• DSP Module 6-07 Basic Health & Safety: Fire Alarm

• DSP Module 6-08 Basic Health & Safety: Tornado Drill

• DSP Module 6-09 Basic Health & Safety: Javier

• DSP Module 6-10 Basic Health & Safety: Lifts and Transfers

• DSP Module 6-11 Basic Health & Safety: Chen Lee

• • Aging Process

  • APS Overview

  • Case Closure

  • Case Collaboration

  • Case Documentation

  • Case First Steps and Safety

  • Communication and Interviewing

  • Ethics, Values, and Cultural Responsiveness

  • Financial Exploitation

  • Involuntary Case Planning

  • Mental Health Issues

  • Neglect by Others

  • Neurocognitive Disorders

  • Physical and Emotional Abuse

  • Power and Control Dynamics

  • Risk Assessment

  • Screening for Decision-Making Ability

  • Self-Neglect

  • Sexual Abuse

  • Substance Misuse and Substance Use Disorders

  • Trauma-Informed Practices

  • Voluntary Case Planning Working with People who have Disabilities

  • Working with the Criminal Justice System

• • Protecting Older Adults & Vulnerable Adults - Beyond Making the Report (National Association of Social Workers  MN)

  • Social Workers as Immigration Psychological Evaluators (National Association of Social Workers DE)

  • Ageism in Health Care and Social Services: 72 is not a diagnosis (National Association of Social Workers  MN - Central Region)

  • Breaking Down Barriers: Decriminalizing People Experiencing Homelessness and/or Mental Illness (Minnesota Social Services Association 2024 Conference)

  • Policy Practice Certificate Course (Council on Social Work Education)