SW 325 - Sr Sem on Soc Policies & Iss

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Western Connecticut State University

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Description:

This course builds on the historical examination of social welfare policies and programs as begun in SW 210. Definitions of social policies, ways in which policies are promulgated, developed and implemented, and issues which lack policy direction will be addressed. Additionally, students learn how to analyze social policies, the interrelationships among research, policy, and program development, the dynamic relationship between policy and practice, how to advocate for change, and how to engage in policy practice. This course builds on the historical examination of social welfare policies and programs as begun in SW 210. Definitions of social policies, ways in which policies are promulgated, developed, and implemented, and issues which lack policy direction will be addressed. Additionally, students learn how to analyze social policies, the interrelationships among research, policy and program development, the dynamic relationship between policy and practice, how to advocate for change and how to engage in policy practice. Fall semester. Prerequisite: PS 102 and senior standing in the major. Corequisite: SW 310, SW 315 and SW 320.

Credits:

3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.wcsu.edu

Phone Number:

(203) 837-8200

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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