Students explore the history, philosophical foundation, and theoretical perspectives of the profession of social work, including a review of the relevant codes of ethics and practice standards that guide practitioners. This course provides an overview of the roles in which social workers become involved, for example, as activists, advocates, counsellors, educators, facilitators, mediators, organizers, policy analysts, and researchers. Social workers are committed to working for social justice; therefore, students examine the social structures that influence people's lives and how various sources and forms of colonization, oppression, and marginalization impact the lives of people in Canada. Prerequisite: 2nd year standing Note: Students will only receive credit for one of SOCW 2060, SOCW 2061 or HUMS 2060.
Students explore the history, philosophical foundation, and theoretical perspectives of the profession of social work, including a review of the relevant codes of ethics and practice standards that guide practitioners. This course provides an overview of the roles in which social workers become involved, for example, as activists, advocates, counsellors, educators, facilitators, mediators, organizers, policy analysts, and researchers. Social workers are committed to working for social justice; therefore, students examine the social structures that influence people's lives and how various sources and forms of colonization, oppression, and marginalization impact the lives of people in Canada. Prerequisite: 2nd year standing Note: Students will only receive credit for one of SOCW 2060, SOCW 2061 or HUMS 2060.
