SOC 359 - Social Welfare as an Institution

Institution:

Concordia University-Saint Paul

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Description:

This course examines basic social welfare theory and methods in order to understand the structure and function of public and private welfare in American society. Social welfare is examined as part of the larger American social structure, reflecting cultural values as well as political and economic processes. Attention is given to several areas of social welfare in which specialization has occurred, including work with the elderly, the chemically dependent and battered children and adults. (Prerequisite: SOC152)

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.csp.edu

Phone Number:

(651) 641-8278

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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