SOCW 474

An Introduction to Community Work

Units: 1.5, Hours: 3-0

An examination of the transformative work possible in communities. Students' personal experiences of social connection and working with others will be located and challenged through theoretical and critical analysis from a 'community perspective'. Key tools and skills for building just, healthy, sustainable communities will be presented. Students will be able to choose specific stories (for example Indigenous, child and family) for in-depth study and reflection.

Prerequisites: 323, or 311 and 312.

Undergraduate course in Social Work offered by the School of Social Work in the Faculty of Human and Social Development.