SWK 241 - Introduction to Social Welfare

This course examines the history and philosophy of social welfare and the contribution of social work to social welfare institutions. This course is designed to be an introductory course for students who are considering social work as a career. It is particularly designed for potential social work majors but students entering other helping professions will benefit from understanding the social welfare system and the role that social workers perform in social services in a global world.

The generalist social work practice model will be a guiding assumption of the course. Social work occurs within a political context that will be considered throughout the course. An examination of social work’s knowledge base, practice skills, and values will be pervasive themes. Students may take SOC 101  either prior to enrollment in or concurrently with the class.

Credits: 3
Terms Offered: Fall, Spring
Prerequisites: SOC 101
Corequisites: SOC 101