SOCWK 688 - International Social Work

1.5 credit(s)
Designed to introduce students to international social work and the theories and perspectives that underpin current thinking and practice in international social work. Students will explore how historical, environmental, cultural, religious, political and economic factors impact social welfare policies and the delivery of human services in different regions of the world. Students will analyze alternative models for service intervention and review how social work practice is delivered in other countries and regions of the world.