SW 7012 - Human Diversity for Social Work

Institution:

University of Cincinnati-Main Campus

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Description:

This course focuses on diverse populations and the social worker's role. Students will examine the experiences, beliefs, needs, resources, and social service issues of minority client populations characterized by race, ethnicity, culture, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability, socioeconomic class, or immigration status. Starting with the person-in-environment perspective, students will examine the ways characteristics of diversity intersect and interact to shape experiences of oppression, poverty, marginalization, and alienation as well as power and privilege. The effects of diversity on interpersonal, group, and professional relationships will be reviewed. Major theoretical concepts and historical perspectives on diversity will be studied, and current social and institutional attitudes and practices, including the impact of social policy and legislation, will be considered. Students will examine personal values and beliefs as these relate to working with persons different from themselves, and will develop skills for ethical and culturally competent social work practice.

Credits:

2.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.uc.edu

Phone Number:

(513) 556-6000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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