SWK 1010 - Introduction to Social Work

Credits: 3

Description: This course will introduce you to the profession of social work. It presents historical and philosophical perspectives of generalist social work practice and social welfare programs in response to human need and rights, and societal problems. An overview is provided of the social worker’s role in the fields of health, mental health, policy, family and child welfare, corrections, and work with marginalized and oppressed populations such as older adults, people of color, individuals with disabilities, children, LGBTQ+ individuals and communities.

Note: Course Revised August 12, 2020

General Studies: Social and Behavioral Sciences

Guaranteed Transfer: GT-SS3