A generalist perspective that introduces students to the profession of social work and the major fields of practice. Explores the relevance of social work to current social issues. Students will identify and understand the implications of social work practice with diverse populations. This includes, but may not be limited to, the impact of cultural diversity, racism, sexism, disabilities, ageism, homophobism and other forms of discrimination, and the need for and provision of basic human services. Strategies for fulfilling the professional responsibility of the social worker to create an equitable society will be identified and developed. (CSU)

Students will use a social problems approach to describe how poverty, child abuse, substance abuse, health and mental health issues, sexism, racism, other forms of discrimination, crime and other social issues affect people. Provides a framework for analyzing policy issues and for making informed civic decisions on social issues. Students are asked to volunteer at a social service/community service agency to observe and report on how social workers attempt to assess and address social problems. (CSU)

This course is designed to provide the student with fundamental skills regarding the importance of case management as a practice skill for social workers and other healthcare professionals. Students will gain knowledge on effective micro, mezzo, and macro systems service delivery. Students will use a strength-based, ecological model to a joint solution-oriented process and explore factors affecting case management today including federal and state legislation, technology, new service delivery models, and the resulting ethical and legal dilemmas. There will be a special emphasis on the development of cultural competence and equitable practices when engaging with diverse populations, and the impact of oppression and discrimination on case management services. (CSU)

This course provides an overview of conflict resolution, negotiation, and mediation with an emphasis on Kumeyaay conflict resolution techniques and strategies. In addition, the history and current context surrounding controversial topics and issues within the Kumeyaay community and other Native American groups will be discussed. Topics may include: tribal governance, interpersonal (family and friends), generational (youth/elders), on reservation/off reservation, urban/rural, casinos, blood quantum, education, land, and natural resources (water, etc.). Also listed as KUMY 170. Not open to students with credit in KUMY 170. (CSU/UC) (AA/AS-D)