SOCW 659 - Law for Human Service Professionals

Institution:

Governors State University

Subject:

Description:

Introduction to law for social workers, including the study of legal issues, procedures, and selected legislation relevant to the practice of social work in varied settings. Examines the use of legal authority in the provision of services in the areas of income maintenance, justice, family services, rights of children, biological parents, foster and adoptive parents, divorce counseling, entitlement programs and reform, and other areas requiring knowledge of legal issues and processes. Prerequisites: Completion of 12 hours in major field or permission of instructor.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.govst.edu

Phone Number:

(708) 534-5000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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