Portland-State-University 2014-2015 Bulletin

SW 547 Social Work and Sustainability

Examines the role of professional social work in achieving sustainability at individual, community, regional, national, and global levels. Using a multidisciplinary perspective, the environmental, economic, and social aspects of sustainability, considered theoretically and practically. Sustainability linked to attainment of environmental, economic, and social justice. Includes community-based learning projects addressing sustainability.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

Prerequisites: SW 440 (BSW program) or SW 541 (graduate) or their equivalent.
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