SWRK 222 Social Welfare Policies and Services

This social work course examines the historical origins of our current social welfare system. Students will increase their understanding of the values and beliefs that underlie social welfare policy. Student will consider how these policies impact communities with respect to social and economic justice, racism, and oppression.

Credit 3 hrs May not be repeated for additional credit
Grade Mode Normal (A-F) Course Rotation

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Additional Information - Concurrent registration in SWRK 120 and SWRK 251 is permitted, but not required.

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Course History -
Change to description 05/2025, effective Fall 2025; Change to description 10/2013, effective Winter 2014; prerequisite Change 9/2012, effective Winter 2013

Social Work

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