Academic Calendar 2015/2016 - Foundations of Social Work

SWRK 1006  Foundations of Social Work

Hours:

Three hours of lecture per week for one term.

Credits:

3

Description:

Students are introduced to the profession of Social Work, including the historical development of the profession from its inception to its current state. Students learn about the role and responsibilities of social work practitioners, with an emphasis on the significance that policy and legislation has on practice. A core component of the course is conceptualizing the ways in which broader structural forces impact the experiences of individuals, groups, and communities.