Apr 25, 2024  
Catalog 2020-2021 
    
Catalog 2020-2021 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

SW 612 - Gerontological Social Work


This advanced elective course provides students with an overview of gerontological social work with emphasis on principle of practice, application of research and assessment, and the formulation of policies as they relate to older adults. It defines the role of the social worker from a gerontological perspective. Students will be introduced to special populations that are most vulnerable as they age, including women and people of color, the disabled, and sexual minorities.

Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): [(Prereq: SW 530  and SW 540 ) and (Restricted to MSW Students)]
Typically Offered: Fall term only

Units: 3