Social Welfare: History, Services, Policy (Fall)

The generalist approach to social welfare is introduced in their course. The first module will examine current social services with diverse populations, the historical development of social services, the role policy plays in shaping their development, and the relationship between the social work values and ethics and social welfare services. Module two will allow the student to examine the specific fields of social work practice and encourage the student to begin examining areas of interest. The final module will introduce the student to an application of the Generalist Intervention Model. The student will also receive and introduction to social work practice in Appalachia. Offered every fall.