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3.00 Credits
Students examine policies and programs that have been developed to meet human needs in American society. Historical background, ideas, philosophies, social advocacy, and political climate are explored as they impact decision making.
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3.00 Credits
From a multi-theoretical perspective, this course explores the interaction of cultural, biological, psychological, social, spiritual, and environmental influences and how they work to promote or deter the development of individuals from birth through adolescence. Attention is given to the range of social systems in which people live. The impact of social and economic forces, oppression, gender, age, and social class on human adaptation are examined as they relate to human behavior and social work interventions. This is the first of a two-semester HBSE sequence. The combination of SOCW 310 and SOCW 311 meet the general studies core requirements in Identity and Relationships. Prerequisites: BIOL 101 and SOC 120 or instructor's permission
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3.00 Credits
From a multi-dimensional perspective, this course explores the interaction of cultural, biological, psychological, social, and environmental influences that promote or deter the development of individuals from young adulthood through old age and death. Attention is given to the range of social systems in which persons live. The impact of social and economic forces, oppression, gender, and class on human adaptation are examined as they relate to human behavior and the behavior of social systems. This course builds upon the material presented in HBSE I, and further explores theoretical models for understanding and assessing macro systems. The combination of SOCW 310 and SOCW 311 meets the general studies core requirements in Identity and Relationships. Prerequisites: BIOL 101, SOC 120, and SOCW 310
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3.00 Credits
This is the first of a two-semester, three-course practice sequence wherein the basics of professional generalist social work practice as it has developed in response to changing human needs are presented. Included are methods that may be used in direct practice with individuals and families. Emphasis is on work with diverse populations and the importance of evaluation in practice. The systems perspective is used as an integrating theme. Prerequisites: Application and acceptance into the social work major; Recommended: SOCW 310/311
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3.00 Credits
Social Work Practice II presents the basics of professional generalist social work practice as it has developed in response to the needs of multiple member systems and communities. Included are methods of practice used to mobilize people to collective action to solve their own problems, form ongoing organizations that enhance their power to meet their own needs, and develop resources where none exist. Emphasis is on work with diverse human populations and the importance of evaluation in practice. The systems perspective is used as an integrating theme throughout. Prerequisites: SOCW 250 and SOCW 332
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6.00 Credits
The course helps students understand the organization of urban, multicultural communities, while engaged in service learning activities in grassroots and nonprofit organizations. Included are methods of practice used to mobilize people to collective action to solve their own problems, form ongoing organizations that enhance their power to meet their own needs, and develop resources where needed. Emphasis is on work with diverse human populations and the importance of evaluation in practice. The course involves students in the formal and experiential study of select areas in central Los Angeles through a combination of directed reading, reflective papers, macro-practice activities, a service practicum, and group discussions. Course is available only through the L.A. Term Program.
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3.00 Credits
This course offers an introduction to the study of aging, with attention given to current research, problems faced by the elderly, the impact of an increasingly aged population on society, and the resulting implications for policy and social intervention.
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3.00 Credits
Students explore programs and policies that have been developed to meet the needs of children and families. The ideas, philosophies, politics, and economics affecting these programs and policies are studied in terms of choices to be made in policy and social work practice. This course meets the requirements for junior-level writing. Meets the general studies upper-division writing intensive requirement. Prerequisite(s): SOCW 250 and SOCW 251, or instructor's permission
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3.00 Credits
This course introduces the student to the methods of group work within social work practice. The course reviews types of groups, how to establish a group, the phases of group development, and common group dynamics. In addition, students gain understanding of their role as leader and facilitator and, through concrete experiential exercises, learn beginning skills and techniques to effectively function in this role. Applying ethnic sensitive practice to the group situation is also explored. Prerequisites: SOCW 250 and SOCW 332
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3.00 Credits
This course teaches about social problems and services in international settings with a focus on social welfare systems in a particular country other than the United States. Countries such as China, England, Kenya, Russia, or Mexico may be chosen for study. It is taught as a May-term course. For one week students read a text on international social work practice and materials about social problems and services in the country to be visited. For the remaining 10 days to 2 weeks students have an experiential learning experience in the country itself and a time of debriefing the experience at APU. The accent is on a global perspective of social welfare, enriching cultural experiences and a comparison of domestic and international methods of addressing human needs and social policies and programs. Prerequisite: SOCW 250 or instructor's permission
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