SWRK 2010 - Introduction to Social Work

3 credit(s)

This course serves as an introduction to the field of social work, offering students an overview of the essential professional knowledge, skills, and values required for generalist social work practice. Students will gain an understanding of the historical development of social work and social welfare, examine the range of services within by the field of social work, and explore the contemporary theories and practice models currently shaping the field. This course also includes a service-learning component, requiring students to spend 20 hours during the semester in a social service agency within their community. F. (T)