SWA1040 Introduction to Social Work

This course introduces students to the history, values and ethics of social work practice. It will address social work practice as a wide range of value-guided, knowledge-based, change-oriented actions which help people to alleviate distress, accomplish life tasks, and achieve individual and collective aspirations. It introduces the systems perspective, examines professional values in the context of societal values, as well as to acquaint students with the generalist framework. 3 Cr Hrs. Course Requirement(s): Appropriate Placement Score or ENG0970. Program Permission.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

Appropriate Placement Score or ENG0970. Program Permission.