SOWA - Social Work A.A.

CR Associate of Arts

Program Description

This program is designed for students preparing to enter a baccalaureate program in social work at four-year colleges or universities. Social workers perform work in three major areas: child, family and schools; medical and public health; and mental health and substance abuse. This program offers coursework that addresses the values, This program is designed for students preparing to enter a baccalaureate program in social work at four-year colleges or universities. Social workers perform work in three major areas: child, family and schools; medical and public health; and mental health and substance abuse. This program offers coursework that addresses the values, knowledge, and skills to help people obtain services; counsel individuals, families and groups; help communities or groups improve social and health services; and pursue social justice by participating in legislative processes. The program emphasizes the development of communication, problem-solving and critical thinking skills.

Program Objectives

Program Objective
Demonstrate academic and personal preparation for transfer to a four-year college/university offering the B.S.W. degree.
Demonstrate the ability to use effectively communication, critical thinking and problems solving skills in liberal arts disciplines
Demonstrate the knowledge and value of cultural-competences which promotes the strengths and well-being of a diverse society
Demonstrate an understanding of social work as a profession by exploring the historical influences and social values impacting current social issues and social policies

Advisor Notes

Program Elective: HUS 115, 150, 210, 240; SOC 151, 258; PSY 145, 242, 243