SWK 334 - Social Welfare Policies & Issues

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Tennessee Wesleyan University

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Description:

This course examines the development, structure, and function fo the social welfare institution. Analyzes social welfare programs and impact of the institution on society. Emphasizes a major function of social work practice, contribution to the development and modification of social policy. Policy has a profound impact on practice in terms of what and how much is available, who the recipients are, and the delivery of social welfare services. If ignored, dicisions which impact practice and the social well-being of others can be rendered by those who are ill-informed. This course will place special emphasis on diversity issues in social work and social wlefare, populations-at-risk, social and economic justice, and leadership development by social work students and social work practitioners.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.twcnet.edu

Phone Number:

(423) 745-7504

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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