SWRK - 300. Human Behavior and the Social Environment I

3 credit(s)
This course provides traditional and alternative theories and paradigms pertaining to the individual as a human system and content on other human systems with which individuals interact (families, groups, organizations and communities). The course uses an assessment framework and an integrated body of knowledge and theory to provide students with an understanding of the bio-psycho-social-cultural-spiritual dimensions of human behavior. Emphasis is placed on how diversity enriches interactions among people and how social and economic conditions may affect the well-being of people. The course also covers how social and economic injustice can create at-risk potential for discrimination and oppression. Emphasis is placed on how to apply course content to consumer situations.

Note: Specialized professional courses, restricted to students who have been admitted into the Social Work Program.

Prerequisite(s): SWRK 100 and SWRK 200 and BIOL 025 (all may be taken concurrently).
Attribute: (ATTR: ARTS).