North Carolina State University
Department of Social Work
COURSE SYLLBUS FORMAT
July 16, 2005
The Department of Social Work agreed on a format for all course syllabi on August 17,
2001 and has made some revisions since that time. The current format for BSW and
MSW courses is listed below. For consistency reasons and readability for visually impaired students, we are asking that you use Times New Roman font, 12 point. If you have any questions about the course syllabus format, please contact your faculty mentor.
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1.
North Carolina State University
2.
Department of Social Work
3. Course name
4. Course number
5. Course Date (semester and year); days and times
6.
Course Room # and Building
7.
Instructor Name
8. Instructor Office Location (if applicable)
9. Instructor Office Hours
10. Instructor Email Address
11. Instructor Phone number
12. Instructor Fax Number
13. Instructor Homepage (if applicable)
14. Course Description
15. Course Rationale
16. Department of Social Work Mission Statement
17.
Student Learning Outcomes [this used to be “course objectives”]
18.
Course Prerequisites and/or Co-requisites
19. Textbook(s) and Their Price
20. Course Expectations (e.g., participation, APA style)
21. Attendance Policy
22. Late Assignments
23. Student with Disabilities Statement
24. Confidentiality
25. Safety
26. Transportation
27. Liability Insurance
28. Academic Integrity Statement
29. Grading Scale
30. Evaluation and Grading Method
31. Bibliography or Reading list
32. Course Schedule

DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL WORK MISSION STATEMENT
The mission of the Department of Social Work is to promote a socially responsible
1 society through education, research, and extension/community service. Within a framework emphasizing professional values and ethics, cultural competence, strengths, and partnerships, the Department of Social Work prepares undergraduate students for generalist practice and graduate-level academic work and prepares graduate students for advanced practice and leadership roles.
1
Social responsibility is defined as an ethical commitment to advance social and economic justice.
STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES
These begin with the statement “Upon completion of the course the student will be able to:” The statement is followed by the student learning outcomes.
For how to write these outcome statements, see the following url: http://www.ncsu.edu/provost/governance/admin_committees/uaoc/fyi/syllobjectives.html
ATTENDANCE POLICY [Below is an example. The course syllabus must state the attendance policy and cite the university url as given below.]
Attendance is required. Ordinarily, no make-up is provided for missed in-class activities
(e.g., exercises, exams, presentations). In the event of an excused absence, students may arrange with the instructor for make-up work. Consult the following webpage for further information on university attendance regulations: http://www.ncsu.edu/policies/academic_affairs/courses_undergrad/REG02.20.3.php
LATE ASSIGNMENTS [Below is an example. The course syllabus must state how you will handle assignments submitted late.]
Assignments submitted late will be assessed point reductions, 5 points if one day late, and an additional 5 points for each additional day. Exceptions to this policy will be afforded to those with personal emergencies (e.g., illness, death or medical emergency in the immediate family) with proper documentation and at the instructor’s discretion.
STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES
Reasonable accommodations will be made for students with verifiable disabilities. In order to take advantage of available accommodations, students must register with
Disability Services for Students at 1900 Student Health Center, Campus Box 7509, 515-
7653, http://www.ncsu.edu/provost/offices/affirm_action/dss/
For more information on NC State's policy on working with students with disabilities, please see http://www.ncsu.edu/provost/hat/current/appendix/appen_k.html
Students who believe they need this service are encouraged to contact Disability
Services.
CONFIDENTIALITY
Confidentiality is a hallmark of the social work profession. Students agree not to repeat personal information shared in class discussion outside of the class. Standard accepted

practices (mandatory reporting when there is a threat of harm, etc.) are assumed to be ethical imperatives and thus not subject to absolute confidentiality. Students who experience personal issues throughout the course are encouraged to talk with the instructor about available support. Confidentiality, within the above specified limitations, is guaranteed between the student and faculty member.
SAFETY [Include a statement on safety if your course poses particular safety concerns.
The following is an example.]
As part of professional social work education, students may have assignments that involve working in agency settings and/or the community. As such, these assignments may present some risks. Sound choices and caution may lower risks inherent to the profession. It is the student’s responsibility to be aware of and adhere to safety policies and practices related to agency and/or community settings. Students should also notify instructors regarding any safety concerns.
TRANSPORTATION [Include a statement on transportation if your course requires use of vehicles for agency or community trips.]
Transportation to and from agency and/or community settings is the responsibility of the student.
INTERN LIABILITY INSURANCE [Include a statement on intern liability insurance for the following courses: SW 201, SW 320, SW 405, SW 480, SW 490, SW 498
(independent study mini-placement), SW 651, 652, 653, 654, and 630 (when related to field).]
All students who complete a pre-professional work experience or fieldwork placement have professional liability insurance coverage. The NC State Department of Social Work participates in the UNC system-wide Intern Liability Insurance Program. Students enrolled in SW 201, SW 320, SW 405, SW 480, SW 490, SW 498 (independent study mini-placement), SW 651, 652, 653, 654, and 630 (when related to field) will be billed for the insurance premium as part of their fees for the semester. Intern Liability
Insurance is renewed on a semester-by-semester basis. For coverage details go to: www2.acs.ncsu.edu/insurance/.
ACADEMIC INTEGRITY
The university and department adhere to strict standards of academic honesty. A student’s signature on any test or assignment means that he or she had neither given nor received unauthorized aid. Consult the following webpage for further details: http://www.ncsu.edu/policies/student_services/student_discipline/POL11.35.1.php
GRADING SCALE

A+ 100 - 97
A 96 - 93
A- 92 -90
B+ 89 - 87
B 86 - 83
B- 82 - 80
C+ 79 - 77
C 76 - 73
C- 72 - 70
D+ 69 - 67
D 66 - 63
D- 62 - 60
F below 60