Social Work and Disability Studies BSW
Become an effective advocate with this Social Work and Disability Studies program offered by University of Windsor that combines social work and disability studies.
Duration
4 years
Starting Date
January, May, September
Tuition Fee
CAD 15,100 per semester
Location
Windsor, Canada
About the program
You’ll get lots of hands-on experience in the field and have the opportunity to join clubs. This Social Work and Disability Studies at University of Windsor is a program where you can learn to make a difference in the world.
What will I learn?
- Understand human behaviour, communication, and interaction as shaped by social/cultural contexts
- Assess, evaluate, and understand individual, family and group behaviours
- Appreciate contemporary social, community and ethical issues and related public policy
- Implement and understand social work interventions for individuals, families, and other groups
- Critically understand the histories, functions and limitations of important social welfare policies
Career Tracks: Disability support worker, diversity co-ordinator, behavioural aide, child and youth care worker, accessibility research and policy development advocate
Courses Included
- Historical Approaches to People with Disabilities
- Community Approaches
- Advocacy and Empowerment
- Social Justice in Action
- Social Work and Diversity
- Field Education