Social Work - 2+2 Social Work Track
The Associate of Arts (AA) degree in Social Work provides the educational foundation needed for entry-level employment in the Social Work field and/or success in continued education at a bachelor’s level. The curriculum provides a strong theoretical and content foundation, along with an integrated experiential, skill development component. Students intending to pursue a bachelor’s degree should consult the requirements of that institution when planning their program of study.
Degree Requirements
General Education Requirements
Core I
| Communications | 9 |
Core II
| Mathematics and Sciences | 7 |
Core III
| Arts and Humanities | 6 |
Core IV
| Social Sciences | 6 |
Core V
| Native American Studies | 3 |
Core VI
| Computer Technology | 3 |
Core VII
| Health | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 37 |
Program of Study Courses
| CAS 250 | Assessment & Case Management Processes | |
| SW 100 | Introduction To Social Welfare | |
| HS 250 | Interviewing & Crisis Intervention Skills | |
| PSYX 100 | Introduction to Psychology | |
| PSYX 230 | Developmental Psychology | |
| PSYX 233 | Adult Development and Aging | |
| SW 200 | Introduction To Social Work Practice | |
| Total Credit Hours: | 23 |
Total Credit Hours: 60
Social Work
First Semester (Fall)
| SW 100 | Introduction To Social Welfare | |
| PSYX 100 | Introduction to Psychology | |
Second Semester (Sp)
| SOCI 101 | Introduction To Sociology | |
| SW 200 | Introduction To Social Work Practice | |
| PSCI 210 | Introduction To American Government | |
Third Semester (Fall)
| PSYX 230 | Developmental Psychology | |
| CAS 250 | Assessment & Case Management Processes | |
Fourth Semester (Sp)
| PSYX 233 | Adult Development and Aging | |
| HS 250 | Interviewing & Crisis Intervention Skills | |
Total Credit Hours: 29
Program Learning Outcomes:
- Demonstrate knowledge of the language, terms, and concepts used in the human service profession.
- Explain interventions and strategies for assisting individuals, families, groups, and communities.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the moral, ethical, and legal responsibilities in the human services field.
- Investigate and discuss cross-cultural issues specific to the discipline of Human Services.
**For specific Learning Outcomes, see Associate of Art