SWK 201 - Human Behavior in the Social Environment I

Institution:

Chatham University

Subject:

Description:

This course examines the development of individuals, couples, and families from birth to adolescence within the framework of relevant biological, psychological, sociological, and social work research and theory. Additionally, it examines the evolution of families, groups, organizations, institutions, and communities as systems and their influence on human development and behavior. Attention is also given to the interactions of systems that influence development as well as the impact of gender, race, ethnicity, social, and economic influences on systems and behavior, and implications for social work practice. Prerequisite(s): PSY 101 or permission of the instructor.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

PSY101

Corequisites:

Exclusions:

Level:

Instructional Type:

Lecture

Notes:

SWK201

Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

09/01/2008 - 08/31/2010 

Institution Website:

www.chatham.edu

Phone Number:

(412) 365-1100

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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