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SWRK/210

Social Problems and Programs

Course level: Undergraduate

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Social Science

Online

Format

$1,194

Estimated Tuition

3 credits

Total credits

5 weeks

Course length

Take this course on its own, or as part of a degree or certificate program.

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This course provides an in-depth perspective of social problems and programs. Students develop an understanding of social welfare and the effects of sociopolitical policies on marginalized populations. Students examine the link between special populations in terms of neglect and abuse, as well as the relationship between the social welfare system and the legal system in relation to the enforcement of victims of abuse laws.

This course is not available for enrollment to residents of California, Puerto Rico and individuals who live outside the United States.

Prerequisites

None

Required materials

The materials required for this course are covered in your resource fees.

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.

University of Phoenix reserves the right to modify courses. 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.

  • Explain the primary social work values as they relate to social welfare policy.
  • Describe the historical foundations of social welfare policy in the United States.
  • Identify the theoretical and conceptual foundations of social welfare policies.

  • Describe the various models for social welfare policy analysis.
  • Explain the various forms of social welfare assistance.
  • Identify public and private providers of social relief.

  • Describe the barriers to social justice in the context of civil rights.
  • Identify factors that contribute to poverty.
  • Define the major economic social welfare programs.

  • Describe how the Social Security Act applies to the field of social work.
  • Define challenges facing the aging population.
  • Describe the federal guidelines for the child welfare system.
  • Explain the impact of different health care acts or policies on social work practice.

  • Describe the impact of social welfare policy on different populations.
  • Explain how social justice is promoted through social welfare policies.
  • Explain the role of advocacy and policy practice in social work.

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