SWKM 6510 - Health and Healthcare

Credits: 3 (3 + 0)

Prerequisite(s): Formal, written acceptance into the MSW program and SWKM 5350 or a block of 30 foundation year credits. Students must adhere to the required sequence of MSW coursework.

This course focuses on the continuum of professional social work in healthcare, from inpatient through outpatient and community-based service and program delivery settings. Students examine the multiple societal, economic, and population changes that influence healthcare policy. The course builds upon the strengths-based and ecological perspectives.