SW 390 - The Black Experience

Institution:

Jackson State University

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Description:

This course covers the historical development and contributions that have provided the foundation to the Black experience in social work. It discusses the unique manner in which African Americans practice "Black experience-based social work." Based on the spiritual and blues traditions, the course offers social work techniques to work with African American individuals, families, groups, and communities. The roles of African American people in social work are explored. Emphasized are such factors as education, housing, family, employment, and the impact of racism.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.jsums.edu

Phone Number:

(601) 979-2121

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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