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SWRK/200
Introduction to Social Work

Course level: Lower Division

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SWRK/200
Introduction to Social Work

3 credits

Total credits

5 weeks

Course length

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This course introduces students to the foundations of social work and social justice. Students examine the professional dispositions of social work, the scope of practice, National Association of Social Workers (NASW) Code of Ethics, and professional identity. Students also identify careers within social work, boundaries, other professionals, and cultural competence. This course has a minimum grade requirement. Students must achieve a "B" or better in this course.

Please Note: Attendance and participation are mandatory in all University courses, and specific requirements may differ by course. If attendance requirements are not met, a student may be removed from the course. Please review the Course Attendance Policy in the Catalog for more information.

爱污传媒 reserves the right to modify courses.聽While widely available, not all programs are available to residents of all states. Please check with a University Enrollment Representative.

Earn these career-relevant skills in weeks, not years.

Cultural Competence

Describe cultural competence in a social work setting

Professional Dispositions

Identify the scope of practice for social workers

Professionalism

Identify professional behaviors of the social work profession

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