HSV 109 - Intro to Human Services

Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: General

History and introduction to the social welfare institution. Theoretical perspectives, concepts, values and intervention strategies are examined. Systems theory is used to explore legislation and services designed to meet client needs.
Competencies

Explain the history and early influences on the development of the social welfare institution
Interpret the relationship between society’s value system and existing welfare programs
Describe the basic concepts which underlie the human services delivery system
Utilize principles of systems analysis to develop an understanding of the political, social and economic theories which influence trends in the social welfare system
Cite major contemporary welfare legislation
Describe the complexity and diversity of agencies which deliver human services
Identify the services which are provided by the major types of human services agencies
Recognize the roles and responsibilities of professionals and middle level workers in human services agencies
Demonstrate academic self-discipline
Demonstrate the ability to comprehend reading material in human services and news media
Demonstrate logical and analytical thinking