SWRK 315 - Social Policy II

Institution:

University of St Francis

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Description:

is designed to provide students with the knowledge base for understanding and analyzing social welfare policies and programs. Special attention will be focused on methods of social policy analysis, how it is made, and the way it is affected by, and affects, larger political and economic forces. The course will examine specific social policies as a means to gain knowledge of the future prospects of the welfare state and their implications for social work practice and the social work values and ethics that influence their outcome. In addition, the course will help students gain an understanding of political processes and prepare them to become legislative and social advocates, lobbyists, and expert advisors to policy makers and administrators. Prerequisite: SWRK 314.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.stfrancis.edu

Phone Number:

(815) 740-3360

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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