SCWK 31433 - (was SOWK 3314) Social Welfare Policy II

Three credit hours.

Was SOWK 3314. Part two of a two-course sequence. Explores topics such as (1) history and current structures of social welfare services, (2) the role of policy in service delivery and social work practice, (3) attainment of individual and social well-being, and (4) comparative and international social welfare. Also emphasizes understanding of current developments in social welfare, factors affecting the structure and dynamics of social welfare policies/services, as well as the role of the social work profession within that framework. Additionally, models for analyzing social welfare policy are introduced, and students apply these models to past policy decisions and current issues.

Prerequisites: Formal admission to the Social Work Program, as well as SCWK 13003 and SCWK 31333 with a grade of “C” or above.