SOC 301 - Introduction and History of Social Service Agencies

Description:
Introduction to the fields of social welfare, health services and corrections; organization and function of agencies.

Credits: (5)

Learner Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

Demonstrate knowledge of basic concepts and terminology in the field of social service
Put welfare policies in the US in historical perspective
Identify the relationship between social problems in the US and social services
Identify important trends and issues in the practice of social service
Incorporate hands on social service experience in a social service setting

Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
12/5/2008

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