Practice, Theoretical Framework and Ethical Principles in Social WorkLaajuus (7 cr)

Objective

You understand the social-scientific and philosophical arguments.You know how to apply the information in social and educational field.You know how to define the social importance and ethical principles of social and educational work. You will get acquainted with the field of social wellfare worker. You know how to look at the structures, processes and phenomena of society at the individual, community and society level.Competences: Ethical competence. Critical and Inclusive Social Competence.

Content

Aspects of ethics, values, norms and morals.
Competences and professional ethics in social work.
Basics of social philosophy and politics and sociology.
Membership of society and the importance of inclusion in society.
Welfare policy and welfare and civil society.
The importance of economic, political, social and cultural as the starting point of welfare policy.
Sustainable development, local and global perspective.