SW 565 - SW w/ Older Adult and Families

Institution:

California State University-Bakersfield

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Description:

This course provides an overview of social work practice with elders and their families. It builds on knowledge of human development theories from SW520 as they relate to an ethnically and culturally diverse aging society at local, national and global levels. The course focuses on social work practice with elders with an emphasis on ethics, poverty, gender, ethnicity, caregiving, elderly abuse, long-term care, religion, spirituality, legal issues, health care, mental health care, and advocacy. Prerequisite: SW 520 or instructor permission.

Credits:

5.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.csub.edu

Phone Number:

(661) 654-2782

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Quarter

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