SW 590 - Social Work & the Law

Institution:

California State University-Bakersfield

Subject:

Description:

Provides an overview and analysis of the interaction of the social work and legal professions. Legal procedures and issues of special relevance to social work practice are presented. Legislation and court decisions as well as pending litigation affecting the delivery of social services are reviewed and discussed. Emphasis is on child welfare and juvenile court issues, but topics related to homelessness, education, mental health, domestic violence and the elderly are also examined. Prerequisite: admission to the program or instructor permission.

Credits:

5.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

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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