SWK 215 Introduction to Social Work
This course introduces students to the profession of social work and social welfare institutions in the United States. Topics include the historical and philosophical development of the social work profession; contemporary issues in generalist social work practice; social work values and ethics; and interprofessional education and practice. Students will also learn about social issues addressed by social welfare institutions, the roles generalist social workers fill in these institutions, and related career opportunities. Discrimination, oppression, intersectionality, and diversity will also be explored in the context of social work and social welfare.