SOWK 275 - The Social Work Profession through Service Learning

Institution:

Viterbo University

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Description:

3 Cr. This course will explore the diverse fi eld of social work in and outside the academic classroom through exposure, observation, and service in social service agencies. The course will focus on the choice of social work as a profession through 30 hours of service as an agency volunteer. Students will examine the congruence of personal values with professional values and explore the professional use of self in generalist social work practice utilizing a strengths perspective. Various client populations encountered in social work will be discussed. Students will develop an awareness of professional expectations, integration of knowledge, values and skills, and cultural competence. Highly recommended for sophomore level social work students. Prerequisite: 210 or SOCL 210 or concurrent enrollment.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.viterbo.edu

Phone Number:

(608) 796-3000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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