This course examines the profession of social work, its value base, field of practice, and societal role. Major social problems, philosophies of social welfare provision, program and policy initiative, and the response of social work as a profession are addressed. In addition, the unique challenges and limitations of rural social work and working with populations of individuals existing within various social welfare systems.
Prerequisites
None
Student Learning Outcomes
- Describe the profession of social work, its relationship to the institution of social welfare, and values that guide its practice.
- Identify and describe social work’s generalist skills and intervention strategies.
- Identify the major ethical concerns and ethical considerations within social work as a profession, and social welfare
- Analyze the various social work practice settings, with an emphasis on social work in rural communities.
- Explain social work practices in relation to interpersonal communication and cultural competency.