SOW 125 - Introduction to Social Welfare
Credits: 3
3 Lecture Hours
Prerequisites: Eligible for ENG 100
Description
This course acquaints students with the historical development of Social Welfare and Social Welfare policy. It provides students with a national and global perspective, which enables them to better understand social welfare systems, concepts and programs.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the course, the student will:
- Explore how historical forces shaped the present social welfare system.
- Discuss the history of social work as a profession.
- Identify key social work values with regards to social policy.
- Survey contemporary issues faced by vulnerable populations.
- Examine how personal attitudes shape perspectives of social issues.
- Analyze the impact of crucial policies implemented to combat social issues.
- Evaluate the introduction of advocacy and policy development utilized to enhance the opportunities for oppressed groups and subcultures.
Listed Topics
- History of Social Work
- History of Social Welfare systems
- Social Welfare policies
- Social problems
- Vulnerable populations
- Social advocacy and activism
- Future of Social welfare
- Political empowerment
- Social Welfare programs
- Values and ethics
Reference Materials
Current textbook, National Association of Social Work (NASW) Code of Ethics.
Approved By: Johnson, Alex Date Approved: 05/28/2013
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