SW 300 - Human Behavior in the Social Environment I

This course explores human development across the lifespan, from birth to end of life, through the lens of social work theory and practice. Students will examine how biological, psychological, social, and environmental factors shape individual and collective experiences. Emphasizing Person-in-Environment (PIE) and ecological systems perspectives, this course integrates key developmental theories, including psychosocial, cognitive, behavioral, and attachment theories, to understand how individuals navigate life transitions and challenges. Students will learn how to apply theories of human behavior to engage, assess, intervene and evaluate services with clients across all levels of practice. Semester Credit Hours: 3.00 Contact Hours: 45/0/0/45 Prerequisite: SW 202 Introduction to Social Work. Corequisite: None