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Nov 22, 2024
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2024-2025 Graduate Catalog
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SWRK 602 - Human Behavior and the Social Environment I
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
This course focuses on the physiological, cognitive, intellectual and emotional development of individuals. Theoretical explanations of human development over the lifespan are explored. Major social issues relating to human growth and development, ecological systems, culture, race, ethnicity, gender and socioeconomic forces as applied to the analysis of individuals, families, small groups, organizations and communities are addressed. Focus will be given to oppression, privilege, and discrimination, and factors that help individuals and small social systems to change.
Prerequisite: Graduate standing in social work
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