SOWK 245 - Legal Issues in Social Work

The course explores legal and ethical issues in social work practice settings. Students learn about laws that both enhance and deter the well-being of clients. Students also learn to analyze the implication of laws and policies on social well-being. The course includes activities such as visiting homeless court, training for legal advocacy for citizens residing in Skid Row, and other opportunities for legal advocacy in the Los Angeles region.

4 credits