Concentration Social Policy for Social Work Administration, Planning and Policy Practice.

Catalog description

Semester course; 3 lecture hours. 3 credits. Prerequisite(s): SLWK 693 and 694 ; or SLWK 695 ; or SLWK 612 . Extends SLWK 602 through 606 content on policy practice, organizations, communities and advocacy. Critically analyzes traditional and alternative theories and models of the policy-making process. Demonstrates how the policy process is the core principle for decision-making in agencies, communities and legislatures. Develops advanced skills in policy analysis, policy formulation and place practice including advocacy. Emphasizes the relationship and impact of economic policies on clients, communities and agencies in light of principles of social and economic justice. Analyzes current regulatory and agency policies and their implications for policy practice/advocacy for effecting change.