SW 730 - Mental Health Policy

Institution:

University of Kentucky

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Description:

Building on the social justice tradition and the policy analysis framework provided in SW 630, this course will consider the response of government, business, communities and professional groups to dealing with the current range of mental health policy issues. The interrelationship of social welfare and health care systems will be considered, as well as the legal aspects of providing mental health treatment. Attention will be paid to the behavioral health model, managed care and privatization. Prereq: Admission into the MSW program with advanced standing or SW 630.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.uky.edu

Phone Number:

(859) 257-9000

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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