SW 5057 - International Social Work

3 unit(s)

Introduction to and exploration of social work theory and applied learning within a global context. Availability and content of course varies based on the travel location and specific project involved. This 3-unit course consists of an accelerated curriculum matching the duration of the trip, and includes an experiential learning component where students receive real world and hands-on experience in designated agencies in the host country. Students gain knowledge about history, values, and ethics of the profession, policies, services and delivery services of the host country. Service systems are agencies that address poverty, education, behavioral health, children and families, health, etc. Course expands the student’s ability to practice humility with people across cultures, appreciate diversity, analyze issues of social and economic justice and recognize and support strengths in another culture, and exposes students to various inter-professional fields of study, including, but not limited to psychology, sociology, English, anthropology, history, management, administration, education, child development, nursing, etc.

Prerequisites: Graduate Social Work student or consent of the instructor.

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