The purpose of our senior seminar course is to examines the social welfare policies, programs and services to families and children, historically known as "child welfare services." Students evaluate major issues facing children, youth and families, critically examining the assumptions, values, and philosophical perspectives underlying the social policies that shape social services.
A central theme of this course is the impact of social problems, economic inequity, and discrimination on family well-being and how these forces have affected the development of services for families and children. This course builds on the knowledge of social welfare institutions that were introduced in the Intro to Child and Family Studies course. Students research career opportunities in our field, identify and apply for internship opportunities, and present a case study of a social service program or policy. 120 Hour Internship.
CON 102 Pre/Co-requisite
Capstone; Writing Intensive