SOC 019 - Introduction to Social Services
- Recent Professors
- Erika Holiday
- Recent Semesters
- Fall 2026
- Class Size
- Not published
- Difficulty
- 6.5Demandingout of 10
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisite
- None. Recommended: Self-placement into ENGL C1000 (formerly ENGLISH 101) or E.S.L. 110.
- Fall 2026 Sections
- View Fall 2026 sections of SOC 019
- Transfers To
- CSU
- Description
- This course covers the history and development of social and human services. A particular emphasis is placed on social work, case work, and urban generalists. We will explore institutions such as the welfare system, community organizations, health care and Medicare. Social service work as a career, including social work, urban generalists, counseling, addiction specialists, and their qualifications are also covered.