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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: SOCI 1101. Introduces the study of the social and cultural origins of significant problems in society, such as racism, sexism, poverty, and crime, as well as other urban and environmental problems. An emphasis is placed on American problems, but problems in other societies are also considered. Some of the solutions to social problems that have been tried or proposed are discussed. (F,S)
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: SOCI 1101. Introduces the study of marriage and family relationships. Topics covered include the history of marriage and the family, the marriage and family life cycle, child rearing, marital communication and sexuality, marital problems, divorce, remarriage and step-parenting, as well as some of the alternatives to the traditional family, such as remaining single and the single-parent family. (S)
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3.00 Credits
Concerned with the ways in which humans relate to and utilize their natural environment. Topics discussed are the social factors that contribute directly to environmental degradation and resource depletion. The role of environmental social movements are also examined. (S)
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: SOCI 1101. This course introduces students to how sociologists analyze work and business in modern industrial societies. Topics covered include the evolution of the carpet industry, small business financing, the rise of the modern corporation, the emergence of management as a profession, industrial relations and labor management, alienation and satisfaction, blue-collar work and workers, and the new service economy and occupations. (Offered occasionally)
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: A grade of "C" or better in SPAN 1002.An introductory course designed to prepare students for social work practice with Latino individuals and families at the associate-degree level. It provides a survey of current issues relevant to Latino families and intensive practice of Spanish language skills in a professional context. The languages of instruction will be Spanish and English. The class will serve as an elective in Area F of the AA Social Work Plan of Study. (F)
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3.00 Credits
History and current status of the profession of social work. The role of the social worker in various fields of practice. The professional's commitment to social and economic justice for vulnerable and oppressed populations. The person-in-environment perspective. (F,S,M)
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: ENGL 1102. History and current status of social welfare programs and services in the United States. Philosophical, religious, economic, and political perspectives on social welfare. A comparison of approaches to social welfare in the United States and other developed nations. (F,S,M)
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: ENGL 1102. This course seeks to provide an introduction to methods, skills, and procedures used in interviewing clients in a variety of practice settings. The course incorporates theory, research, and practice skills relevant to relationship building, the change process, and professional communication skills and techniques. Students will be offered the opportunity to learn and practice professional interviewing, assessment, goal-setting, and communication skills and techniques. The course will consist of lecture and classroom experience as well as a weekly laboratory. The course will encourage students to take the risk of gaining greater self-awareness and insight related to tolerance, diversity, and difference.
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: A grade of "C" or better in SPAN 2001, admission to Bachelor ofSocial Work upper division. Advanced communication skills for serving Spanish-speaking clients. Advanced conversational skills with important social work terms and concepts. Proper greetings, translation of technical terms, and ways of reducing discomfort for Spanish-speaking clients. Usually includes a study abroad experience. (M)
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: A grade of "C" or better in SPAN 2002 or Social Work 2002.An advanced course in Spanish grammar, verb forms, and idioms with special application to health and social service settings. Advanced readings from contemporary sources such as newspapers, Spanish-language health and social service documents, and Latin American legal documents. Emphasizes the ability to use conversational Spanish. The class will be conducted primarily in Spanish. (F)
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