SW 621 - Social Policy and Program Analysis II

Institution:

Washburn University

Subject:

Social Work

Description:

The course builds on SW 620 using the conceptual model to examine a range of social welfare problems/needs, policies and programs. These areas include children/families and the elderly, as well as major problem/policy areas of mental health, developmental disabilities, juvenile justice, adult corrections, and housing and homelessness. Emphasis is on advancing student's understanding and skills for using the analytic framework. Attention given to the role of social workers in the legislative process for shaping social welfare policies. Prerequisite: SW 620. LEC

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.washburn.edu

Phone Number:

(785) 670-1010

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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