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SWK 420 - Social Welfare Policy and Services

The purpose of this course is to understand social welfare policy development, analysis, change, and advocacy at the organizational, local, state, and federal levels. Facilitates an analysis of the historical and current roles and structures of policy in service delivery. Engages students in critical thinking to analyze, formulate, and advocate for policies that advance human rights and justice. Course Codes: AF. Preq: SWK*384, minimum grade C.

Prerequisites & Notes
Course Codes: AF. Preq: SWK*384, minimum grade C. Term cycle: fall. Yearly cycle: all years.

Credits: 3


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