SOWK 604 - Social Welfare Policy & Programs 3 hours

This course explores the history of the social welfare system, current social welfare issues, and the role of the profession in the development, delivery, and implementation of social welfare policies, programs, and services in the U.S. Investigates the dynamics of privilege and oppression as part of the political, economic, and social factors that influence the policies and services provided by social workers. Introduces the process of analyzing, influencing, developing, implementing, and advocating for policies and programs through the lens of social justice and social work values and ethics. Prerequisites: Admission to the MSW program or Graduate standing.