Course Description
In this course students examine social norms, social welfare problems, social welfare programing and policy in the context of rural communities. Rurality as a cultural construct is introduced and integrated into the helping process to inform best practices for serving rural populations. Established evidence based social work practice methods are critically examined for their applicability to rural contexts. Students will learn additional skills, theory, and assessment techniques applicable to people who identify with rurality.
Prerequisites: SOWK 6100, SOWK 6220