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SW 670 - Social Policy & Advocacy

Building on the foundation content of SW 570, this advanced course focuses on policy practice and advocacy. The effects of social policies on marginalized and vulnerable populations will be analyzed via goal versus policy outcomes. Students will learn the nature of the legislative policy-making process, coalition and interest groups, politics, lobbying, and advocacy skills and strategies. Participation in NASW Lobby Day is required. May be offered as classroom-based, hybrid or online course.

Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): [(Prereq: SW 570 ) AND (Restricted to MSW Students)]
Typically Offered: Spring term only

Units: 3