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2017-2018 Official General Catalog 
    
2017-2018 Official General Catalog [Archived Catalog]

SOC 250 - Introduction to Social Work


Exploration of the field of social work.  Introduces philosophical frameworks for the profession and examines the social welfare system.  A systems approach to social issues and functions will be emphasized to provide balance between policy and practice.

Prerequisite- Corequisite
Prerequisites:  SOC 110 Introduction to Sociology

Credits: 3
Hours
3 Class Hours
Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Demonstrate an understanding of the field of social work.
2.  Critically examine the social welfare system.
3.  Demonstrate knowledge of the fields of practice and population service in social work.
4.  Develop strategies to observe, consider, and explore social welfare issues.