SWS-401 SOC WELFARE POLICIES & SVCS

Provides a comprehensive knowledge of the social, welfare system in the United States while it, addresses the changing nature and needs of our, society. The crucial role of government is, examined, both historically and currently, in the, delivery of basic human services. The problems of, poverty, inequality, and oppression are, highlighted as conditions that vitally affect the, social functioning of individuals, families and, groups. Additionally, there is content on policy, formulation and models for policy analysis which, provides the student with the tools to assess, local, state and national policies affecting, agencies, clients and practitioners. Prerequisite, SWS 336.

Credits

3