HMNS 207 - Social Policy & Politics

Institution:

Raritan Valley Community College

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Description:

Prerequisite: HMNS 102 - Intro to Social Work & Social Welfare Systems or CRMJ 101 - Intro to Criminal Justice. How does the government decide who gets what, if anything? This course examines social policies in the U.S., past and present, using a social justice frame work that asks: who bears the costs, who receives the benefits, does everyone affected by this policy RVCC 2008-2009 Catalog ? For updated information, visit www.raritanval.edu 177 have an equal voice, what are the rules, and ultimately, is this policy fair? Topics covered include theories of poverty, the redistribution of wealth, political philosophies, social security, public assistance, human rights and other timely social policy issues. Students will develop the skills and knowledge necessary to interpret and evaluate the impact of social policies at the local, state and federal level. Of particular emphasis for pre- social work students will be a foundation for playing an active role in macro level social work as advocates, educators and initiators of social change.

Credits:

3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.raritanval.edu

Phone Number:

(908) 526-1200

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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