Course Description
This course reviews the major policy and program developments in American social welfare and the emergence and development of professional social work. Emphasis will be on the socio-cultural context of policy and programs, and the ideas and ideals that shape social welfare. In addition, the basic elements of social policy development will be considered. This course provides the history, mission, philosophy, and evolution of social welfare policies and services that form the foundation of social welfare, particularly as they relate to poverty, racism, and efforts to address the needs of oppressed and marginalized populations.
GEP
Interdisciplinary Perspectives GEP Course
U.S. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion GEP Course
U.S. Diversity GEP Course
Summer I 5W 2025
Instructors
Meeting Patterns
Classes Start:
May 14, 2025
Classes End:
June 17, 2025
Room Number:
[TBA]
Class Days:
W
Class Start Time:
12:00pm
Class End Time:
3:50pm
Classes Start:
May 14, 2025
Classes End:
June 17, 2025
Room Number:
[TBA]
Class Days:
[TBA]
Class Type:
Lecture
Credits:
3.00
Restrictions:
None
