SWK 325 Social Change Policy Examines the history, mission, and philosophy of the social work profession as they relate to social policies and structures, and programs of service delivery systems at various levels in the community. Introduces students to the distribution of resources, policy development and analysis, and processes used to influence policy. Students will examine the concept of social justice in public policy development and the role of the church in social welfare policy decisions. Field Instruction Introduces the students to the expectations, challenges, and purpose of Field Instruction and Seminar. Orients students to the documentation necessary to monitor his or her supervision, learning goals, and activities in the field agency.
Students explore field options, and agency placements are arranged by the end of the semester.
Prepares students for guided practice and the integration of their in-class learning in the field. This elective course is designed to allow students an in-depth investigation of a student selected topic in the area of social work. One to three hours. This elective course gives students the opportunity to pursue individual topics, activities, or projects in the area of social work in consultation with the instructor. One to three hours.