PROFESSIONAL SOCIAL WORK

Catalog description

This course introduces students to the values, roles, and skills central to generalist social work practice, while fostering the development of critical thinking skills needed to evaluate social problems and policies. Exploring major social issues - such as poverty, inequality, and family challenges - and examines how social workers engage with individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities to promote social justice and well-being. With an emphasis on empowerment and a strengths-based perspective, the course prepares students to think critically and act compassionately in their future roles as helping professionals.