School Of Social Sciences And PsychologyHuman Rights, Human Services and the Law (UWSC)Western Sydney University Unit Code: 700141.1
Discipline: SOCIAL WORK
Student Contribution Band: 1
Level: 2
Credit Points: 10
Equivalent Units
400195 - Human Rights, Human Services and the Law
Unit Enrolment Restrictions
Students must be enrolled at UWSCollege in 7032 Diploma in Criminal and Community Justice.
About this Unit
This unit aims to provide knowledge of human rights issues and laws which are particularly relevant to social workers, youth workers and community welfare workers. It provides an opportunity for students to reflect upon their powers, responsibilities and obligations in professional roles and acquire skills to promote justice for disadvantaged individuals and groups through advocacy and law reform.