Intro to Profession of Social Work (SSW 150)

Term 2009-2010 Academic Year Spring Semester

Faculty

	Marilyn M Sullivan-cosettiShow MyInfo popup for Marilyn M Sullivan-cosetti
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	David C DroppaShow MyInfo popup for David C Droppa
	droppa@setonhill.edu
	Office hours: See syllabus for office hours. 11:55 PM to 11:55 PM

Schedule

Mon, 1:30 PM - 4:00 PM (1/25/2010 - 2/2/2010) Location: SHU ADMIN 207
Mon, 2:00 PM - 3:15 PM (1/25/2010 - 2/17/2010) Location: SHU ADMIN 207
Wed, 2:00 PM - 3:15 PM (1/25/2010 - 5/14/2010) Location: SHU ADMIN 403

Description

Introduction to the development of the social work profession, the current state of the profession, the generalist practice method, and the populations currently served by the profession. Students learn to identify common human needs and recognize some of the internal and external obstacles that interfere with optimal social functioning.A 15-hour service learning component introduces students to various methodologies and fields of social work practice. Offered: Fall semester. Liberal Atrs Curriculum: Satisfies the Social Science requirement.