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• SOWK 201: Introduction to Social Work

  3.00 Credits

  University of South Carolina-Columbia

  
  This course introduces students to the history and contemporary context of the social work profession, including generalist practice and the role of advocacy. It emphasizes responses to current needs and changing contexts. FS: 02/03/2021.
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• SOWK 222: Social Welfare Policies

  3.00 Credits

  University of South Carolina-Columbia

  
  This course introduces students to the historical and current context of social welfare policies and programs in the United States, including examination of social inequalities and the processes of social policy development. FS: 02/03/2021.
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• SOWK 303: Social Work with Children

  3.00 Credits

  University of South Carolina-Columbia

  
  This course introduces the context for social work with children, youth, and families as well as specific theories, policies, programs, and services. Areas examined include antipoverty policies and programs, child welfare, education, behavioral health, healthcare, disabilities, and juvenile justice. Prerequisite: PSYC 101, SOCY 101, or SOWK 201. FS: 02/03/2021.
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• SOWK 304: Social Work with Older Adults

  3.00 Credits

  University of South Carolina-Columbia

  
  This course introduces students to the context for social work with older adults, as well as specific theories, policies, programs, and services. Areas examined include the aging process, health and wellness, behavioral health, sexuality, work and retirement, bereavement, living arrangements and housing options, and social programs and policies targeting older adults. Prerequisite: PSYC 101, SOCY 101, or SOWK 201. FS: 02/03/2021.
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• SOWK 305: Gender, Race & Social Justice

  3.00 Credits

  University of South Carolina-Columbia

  
  This course introduces anti-oppressive theoretical and applied approaches to understand and address intersections of gender and racial inequality. Social welfare policies and services available to women in contexts such as criminal justice, behavioral health, child welfare, and the military are examined. FS: 03/03/2021.
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• SOWK 307: Global Inequalities

  3.00 Credits

  University of South Carolina-Columbia

  
  This course introduces students to global dimensions of social inequality, beginning with the historical roots of global social inequality and moving through contemporary themes relevant to international social work practice from an anti-colonial perspective. Topics examined include human rights, gender-based violence, global health, climate change, and immigration/displacement. Prerequisite: PSYC 101, SOCY 101, or SOWK 201. FS: 02/03/2021.
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• SOWK 309: Life Transitions: Loss & Grief

  3.00 Credits

  University of South Carolina-Columbia

  
  This course will examine the grief and loss process that is part of everyday life. This course surveys the knowledge and skills of human service practice with people as they cope with life transitions. Prerequisite: PSYC 101, or SOCY 101, or SOWK 201. FS: 04/04/2018. CL: 2020.
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• SOWK 311: Foundations of SW Practice

  3.00 Credits

  University of South Carolina-Columbia

  
  This course introduces students to the context and mission of social work. It emphasizes the interactions between personal and professional values, ethical and professional behavior, and beginning engagement and interpersonal skills. FS: 09/09/2020. CL: 2020.
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• SOWK 312: SW Prac Individuals & Families

  3.00 Credits

  University of South Carolina-Columbia

  
  This course introduces students to engagement, assessment, intervention, and evaluation with individuals and families. It includes specific models and techniques of practice with an emphasis on managing barriers to change, client strengths, and understanding diversity and difference in practice. Prerequisite: C or better in SOWK 311. FS: 09/09/2020.
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• SOWK 322: Social Policy Analysis

  3.00 Credits

  University of South Carolina-Columbia

  
  Knowledge, values, and skills for social work practitioners to analyze the political and ideological factors and outcomes of policy development, implementation, evaluation, and advocacy. Prerequisite: SOWK 201, SOWK 222. CL: 2020.
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