Social Work (SOCW)

♦SOCW 2361
Introduction to Social Work

CRT HRS:3   LEC HRS:3   LAB HRS:0   OTH HRS:0

This course is an overview of the history and development of social work as a profession. The course is designed to foster a philosophical, historical, and critical understanding of the social work profession, including social work values, ethics, and areas of practice utilized under a Generalist Intervention Model. (SOCW 2361 is included in the Social Work Field of Study)

Prerequisite: TSI complete in Reading and Writing, or equivalent.

♦SOCW 2362
Social Welfare: Legislation, Programs, and Services

CRT HRS:3   LEC HRS:3   LAB HRS:0   OTH HRS:0

This course offers a historical and contemporary examination of legislation and resulting programs, policies, and services in the context of the social welfare system in the United States. Special attention is given to the political, economic, environmental, and social conditions that prompted the development of legislation to meet the needs of vulnerable populations. Societal responses to legislation are also considered. (SOCW 2362 is included in the Social Work Field of Study.)

Prerequisite: TSI complete in Reading and Writing, or equivalent.

♦SOCW 2389
Academic Cooperative

CRT HRS:3   LEC HRS:3   LAB HRS:0   OTH HRS:0

This course is a supervised experiential learning course designed to integrate program study with introductory exposure to the field of social work. In conjunction with individual study and/or seminars, the student will set specific goals and objectives in the study of social work and/or social institutions. The academic cooperative is not a social work skill-based practice experience, but instead, an observational volunteer experience. The course must include a minimum of 80 contact hours (48 hours in a social service setting). (SOCW 2389 is included in the Social Work Field of Study.)

Prerequisite: SOCW 2361.