SOCW 684 - Social Work and the Law

Institution:

George Mason University

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Description:

Credits: 4 Students engage in close analysis of judicial opinions to explore the role of the courts in creating public policy. Areas of inquiry include the role of social workers in the legal system, the nature of legal proceedings, and how the law shapes policy in relation to issues affecting children, youth, families, older adults, women, minorities, people in poverty, and other vulnerable populations. Prerequisites SOCW 624, 652, 658, and 673. Hours of Lecture or Seminar per week 3 Hours of Lab or Studio per week 0 SOCW 685 - Organizational Leadership for Social Workers [Add to Portfolio] [Print Course]

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.gmu.edu

Phone Number:

(703) 993-1000

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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