SCWK 101 - INTRODUCTION TO SOCIAL WORK

Institution:

Delaware State University

Subject:

Social Work

Description:

The course is an introduction to the field of social welfare and the profession of social work. The historical background within which social welfare arose provides the context for in-depth learning about specific social problem areas. The course serves to introduce prospective social work majors to the field of social welfare and social work, help them arrive at career decisions, and prepare for future social work courses. Students are introduced to generalist social work practice, empowerment, and a Black experience, as a means for providing the necessary beginning knowledge, values, and skills for working with individuals, families, groups, communities, and organizations.Credit, three hours.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.desu.edu

Phone Number:

(302) 857-6060

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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