SOCWK Social Work

SOCWK-205 Introduction to Social Work 3 cr.
Fall and Spring Semesters
Social work as a profession; history and philosophy of social services; information for teachers, counselors and those interested in the field. Equivalent to 387-205. P: SOC-110.

SOCWK-420 Child and Family Agencies 3 cr.
Fall and Spring Semesters
Social and legal status of children in American society; various social services designed to optimize child's growth and development; nature and needs of families; family service agencies. Equivalent to 387-420. P: SOC-110.

SOCWK-430 Social Casework Methods 3 cr.
Dynamics of social casework: mobilizing individual capacities and community resources to promote adjustment between client and environment; social change. Equivalent to 387-430. P: SOC-110.

SOCWK-440 Social Work With Groups 3 cr.
History and contemporary theories of social work with groups and communities; topics include group leadership, group dynamics, treatment and task groups.