SOWK 304 - Social Work With Older Adults and Families
Class Session: Tuesday, August 18, 2026 - Monday, December 14, 2026
Credit: 3 semester hours of credit
Instructor: Aaron White
Term: Fall 2026
Course Description
This course introduces students to the context for social work with older adults, as well as specific theories, policies, programs, and services. Areas examined include the aging process, health and wellness, behavioral health, sexuality, work and retirement, bereavement, living arrangements and housing options, and social programs and policies targeting older adults.Prerequisite: PSYC 101, SOCY 101, or SOWK 201.FS: 02/03/2021.
College |
SW - College of Social Work |
Section |
J10 |
Instructional Method |
DWEB 100 Pct Web Asynchronous |
CRN |
27756 |
Restrictions |
CAMPUSICOL - USC Columbia |
Information is accurate as of July 21, 2026 (Subject to change)
Special Fee Notification
Students may be required to be proctored during online test completion. If students are unable to attend test proctoring sessions in person at the Distributed Learning office, additional fees may apply for online test proctoring if the course requires online testing.