SWRK 180 - Introduction to Social Welfare

Institution:

George Fox University

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Description:

This course serves as an introduction to the philosophy, historical development, and current practices of the social work profession and social welfare in general. Specifically, the knowledge base, values, skills, practices, settings, educational and career opportunities of the profession will be examined. Emphasis is placed on developing awareness of the scope of the profession using a scientific, analytic approach to service delivery and evaluation; relating generalist social work practice to social welfare systems; economic and social justice; and work with diverse, oppressed, and at-risk populations. This course includes community service opportunities and/or social service agency tours. This course is required for those majoring in social work and must be taken prior to entrance into the major.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.georgefox.edu

Phone Number:

(503) 538-8383

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Semester

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