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SOCW200A - An Introduction to Social Work Practice

Description

An introduction to the practice of social work beginning with a critical examination of the ethics, values and historical development of the profession. Students become familiar with several critical social theories that inform anti-oppressive social work practice. The relationship between private troubles and public issues as well as the concepts of power, oppression, privilege, identity and social justice are explored. Emphasis on self reflection assists students in examining their identities and their interest, motivation and capacity for social work practice.

Units

1.5

Hours: lecture-lab-tutorial

3-0-0

Course offered by

School of Social Work

Course schedules

Summer timetable available: February 15. Fall and Spring timetables available: May 15.

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