SOCW 200 - Fall and Spring Semesters Introduction to Social Work

Institution:

Trinity Lutheran College

Subject:

Description:

Assists students in exploring curiosities about social work and suitability for the social work profession. Students will be able to examine and understand the historical development of the social work profession as well as define social work values and ethics, roles, and typical services available to particular segments of our population to include single-parent families, older people, disabled individuals, and children. Introduces students to the generalist social work practice concept and the ecological perspective. Students will identify and examine problems and issues of vulnerable groups or those who are at risk, such as women, gays and lesbians, those living in poverty, historically oppressed and economically disadvantaged people, people of color, and individuals mentally and/or physically challenged. Perquisite: None

Credits:

4.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.tlc.edu

Phone Number:

(425) 249-4800

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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