Experiential learning with reflective and analytical
components. Students will observe and analyze how social
service agencies empower individuals and social well-being of
clients/people and how community agencies attempt to alleviate
social and economic injustices.
Athena Title
Service Learning in SW
Semester Course Offered
Offered fall, spring and summer
Grading System
S/U (Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory)
Student Learning Outcomes
Students will outline and interpret the meaning, both personal and pre-professional, of caring for others in a human service agency.
Students will analyze and assess the affective, cognitive, and performance dimensions during the volunteering.
Students will evaluate personal interest and fit in the profession of social work.
Topical Outline
1. Service-learning and volunteerism.
2. The role of the volunteer.
3. The service-learning plan.
4. Observing and reflecting upon experiences.
5. Evaluating self as a professional helper.
6. The community context of the human service agency.
