SWRK 430 Introduction to Research Methods for Social Work

The purpose of this course is to develop skills for research and practice evaluation from a social work empowerment perspective with attention given to diversity and social justice. The course focuses on equipping students with the knowledge and skills needed to critically appraise sources of scientific evidence

Credit 4 hrs May not be repeated for additional credit
Grade Mode Normal (A-F) Course Rotation

Prerequisites - SWRK 315
Restriction by Major - Social Work [BSW]
Restriction by Class - Undergraduate standing

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Course History -
Change to course description 05/2025, effective Fall 2025; Change to title 4/2020, effective Fall 2020; Change to prerequisites and class-level restriction 1/2017, effective Fall 2017; Change to description 8/2015, effective Winter 2016; Major Restriction updated 8/2014; Change to description and delivery method 10/2013, effective Winter 2014; Change to number 6/2011, effective Fall 2011

Social Work

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