Soc Svcs Policies & Procs I ((3 Credits))

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This course examines from a historical perspective the processes involved in formulating social service policies and eligibility criteria, and in distribution of benefits. This course covers the relationship of social service agencies and institutions to federal, state, and municipal government and to policy development, and includes an introduction to policy development, and includes an introduction to the structure and mode of operation of these agencies and institutions.