SCWK 201 - The Family in Theory and Practice

(3 credits)

This course will look at the interlocking institutions of gender, work and family. Sociological, biological and psychological theory is used as a base of knowledge for the course. The course studies contemporary American family life including courtship, mate selection, family life cycle, and family problems and the impact of social institutions such as work and social systems such as gender on the family. The course also emphasizes research into the family as well as beginning level practice skills for professionals. Fall.