Introduction to Social Work

Catalog description

This course provides an introduction and overview of the profession of social work. Students will be introduced to the terms, concepts, people, and critical events that shaped the profession. The course focuses on the values, ethics, and methods of generalist social work practice with an emphasis on diversity. Students will learn about basic social welfare policies, community agencies, and at-risk populations. Additional topics that will be covered include the role of the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) in maintaining and strengthening social work education and profession standards; the importance of human service agencies in fostering and not diminishing the quality of services; and developing an understanding of poverty.