SW 160 - Social Problems and Response of Social Welfare Institutions

Credits: 4.00 credits.

An orientation to the sociological and social work approaches examining social problems and the development of social welfare policies and programs to reduce their severity and extent. An understanding of both sociological and social work theories and the way in which these theories form the foundation for research, service, and advocacy is emphasized. Fifteen hours of service-learning are required. (15 week)