Intro to Social Work ((3 Credit Hours))

Catalog description

This intro course provides a historical perspective of the social work profession and discusses social work values, knowledge, and skills. It also provides an overview of an integrative approach to generalist social work practice, emphasizing the individual, community, and societal levels. This course will explore marginalized populations such as women, racial and ethnic minorities, the LGBTQIA+ community, older adults, and the physically challenged. Students will prepare for the social work field, building professional identity, communication skills, and professional goal-setting.