SOWK 100 - Introduction to Social Work

Institution:

South Central College

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Description:

This course provides students with an introduction to the profession of social work using a generalist model to practice in a diverse society. Students will learn about the history of the profession, values and ethics, roles and tasks, and theories required for social work practice along with various fields of practice. Students will experience group work learning to develop critical thinking skills and professional communication. (Prerequisites: Must have a Next-Generation Accuplacer Reading score of 250 or higher, or Classic Accuplacer Reading score of 78 or higher, or ACT Reading score of 21 or higher or MCA Reading score of 1047 or higher, or READ 0095 or ENGL 100 with a grade of C (2.0) or higher OR completion of either READ 0090 or EAP 0090 with a grade of C (2.0) or higher AND completion of either ENGL 0090 or EAP 0095 with a grade of C (2.0) or higher.) (MnTC Goal Areas: None)

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.southcentral.edu

Phone Number:

(507) 389-7200

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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