HUM 261 Social Work Policy

Credits: (3)

This course examines the history of social welfare and institutionalized social services and the impact on social workers and other helping professionals. Topics include: child welfare, public health, racism, sexism, and the evolution of social work as a profession. Prerequisite(s): HUM 101.

Learning Outcomes

Discuss the historical development of the United States social welfare policy within the American value system.
Analyze the purpose of social welfare as both an institution and a discipline.
Discuss the effect of economic and political social systems on social welfare policies and social work.
Explain the interconnected relationship between poverty and public welfare.
Describe an array of social welfare services from demonstrable need through evaluation and assessment.

Commercial/Heavy Equipment Service Repair A.A.S.

Commercial Photography Microcredential

Digital Art Microcredential

Manufacturing Fundamentals Microcredential

HUM 261 Social Work Policy