SWK 305 - Human Behavior in the Social Environment

Credit Hours: 3

Overviews biological, psychological, and social development of individuals from a life-span and family life-cycle perspective. Emphasizes how the interaction of the individual, culture, race, gender, and the social environment affect human behavior using social systems theory. Addresses issues of gender and other current social problems associated with the family life-cycle. Provides the theoretical foundation for social work practice with individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities. Strongly recommended prerequisites of BIO 101 Human Biology, PSY 100 Introduction to Psychology, SOC 101 Introduction to Sociology, and SWK 281 Introduction to Social Work or equivalent courses for adequate preparation for success in this course. Minimum C for social work majors.

Course Fee: Yes, for campus students