SWK 506 - Human Behavior and Social Environment I

Examines major social science theories that inform the social work profession’s understanding of human behavior in social systems, primarily focused on groups, families, and individuals. Uses an ecological/systems framework together with a developmental approach and a diversity perspective to provide an interactional understanding of human behavior. Emphasizes relationships among biological, social, psychological and cultural systems. In addition to MSW students, course may also be open to students in CAT and HESAA graduate programs ONLY for offerings held at the Nazareth campus location with the permission of the Program Director.

Prerequisites & Notes
In addition to MSW students, course may also be open to students in CAT and HESAA graduate programs ONLY for offerings held at the Nazareth campus location with the permission of the Program Director. Term cycle: fall. Yearly cycle: all years.

Credits: 3