SOWK 613 - Human Behavior in a Cross-cultural Environment III

Institution:

University of Southern California

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Description:

Third course in a three-part sequence. Provides a shift from the previous normative developmental perspective to an analysis of behavioral health challenges. Focuses on the review and application of the DSM-IV-TR and Mental Status Examination to enhance person-in-the-environment assessment. Scope of practice perspectives regarding multidisciplinary team treatment in the use of psychopharmacology. Enhances awareness of sociocultural needs and issues of populations at risk. Facilitates increased application and respect for social work values, ethics, and policies. Prerequisite: SOWK 511, SOWK 512; and qualifying review; or permission of Academic Standards C ommittee.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.usc.edu/

Phone Number:

(213) 740-2311

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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