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Program: Social Work
SOCIAL WORK ASSOCIATE -- GERONTOLOGYGainful Employment Information(Level I Certificate) Eastfield only
Degree Plan Code: C1.SCWK.GERONTOLOGY The aging of the population is one of the most important demographic trends currently affecting the United States. The 60-plus population is growing more rapidly than any other major population group. Individuals who have studied gerontology (study in aging) are in high demand as expanding opportunities exist among individuals who provide direct services to older adults. Gerontology complements a variety of existing degree and certificate programs. Almost every area of study or practice that deals with people or their needs has a branch that is devoted to aging. This certificate will provide specific knowledge and skills in working with and relating to the older population.
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NOTE: Students enrolling in this program who plan to transfer to a four-year institution should consult an advisor or counselor regarding transfer requirements and the transferability of these courses to the four-year institution of their choice.
SOCIAL WORK -- HUMAN SERVICESGainful Employment Information(Level I Certificate) Eastfield only
Degree Plan Code: CERT.SWAT.HUMAN.SERV This certificate is designed to assist associate degree majors in Social Work and Substance Abuse to obtain cross training in the delivery of human services to aging clients. Students will choose a concentration in either Substance Abuse or Social Work courses. The certificate will provide majors in these programs to enhance their skills in meeting the social service needs for these populations.
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NOTE: Students enrolling in this program who plan to transfer to a four-year institution should consult an advisor or counselor regarding transfer requirements and the transferability of these courses to the four-year institution of their choice.
This degree plan has been updated since it was originally published on June 9, 2014. Show me the current version. Show me what changed in 2014-2015. SOCIAL WORK ASSOCIATE -- GENERALISTGainful Employment Information(Associate in Applied Sciences Degree) Eastfield only
Degree Plan Code: AAS.SOC.WORK.GENERAL The Social Work Associate Program is designed to prepare individuals interested in working with people to obtain entry-level employment in public and private social service agencies. The social service worker is equipped with skills, knowledge, values, and sensitivity to effectively serve human needs in a variety of community settings. Students have the options to select courses that will prepare them to work in general social services or specialized social services for chemical abuse or the aging.
SEMESTER I
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SEMESTER IV
*Anyone desiring to continue their studies in the field of Social Work and transferring to a four-year college or university will have to complete an upper-level MATH course equivalent to MATH 1314 or higher-level math. The TECM math course will provide the math requirement that is essential to receive the Associates Degree. +Social Work Designated Elective - must be selected from the following:
++Designated MATH Elective - must be selected from the following:
+++Humanities/Fine Arts Elective - must be selected from the AAS Core Options for Humanities/Fine Arts. ++++Natural Science Elective - must be selected from the AAS Core Options for Natural Science. NOTE: BIOL 1408 is recommended, but any course from the AAS Core Options for Natural Science is acceptable. NOTE: Students enrolling in this program who plan to transfer to a four-year institution should consult an advisor or counselor regarding transfer requirements and the transferability of these courses to the four-year institution of their choice. SOCIAL WORK ASSOCIATE -- GENERALIST(Associate in Applied Sciences Degree) Eastfield only
Degree Plan Code: AAS.SOC.WORK.GENERAL The Social Work Associate Program is designed to prepare individuals interested in working with people to obtain entry-level employment in public and private social service agencies. The social service worker is equipped with skills, knowledge, values, and sensitivity to effectively serve human needs in a variety of community settings. Students have the options to select courses that will prepare them to work in general social services or specialized social services for chemical abuse or the aging.
SEMESTER I
SEMESTER II
SEMESTER III
SEMESTER IV
*Anyone desiring to continue their studies in the field of Social Work and transferring to a four-year college or university will have to complete an upper-level MATH course equivalent to MATH 1314 or higher-level math. The TECM math course will provide the math requirement that is essential to receive the Associates Degree. +Social Work Designated Elective - must be selected from the following:
++Designated MATH Elective - must be selected from the following:
+++Humanities/Fine Arts Elective - must be selected from the AAS Core Options for Humanities/Fine Arts. ++++Natural Science Elective - must be selected from the AAS Core Options for Natural Science. NOTE: BIOL 1408 is recommended, but any course from the AAS Core Options for Natural Science is acceptable. NOTE: Students enrolling in this program who plan to transfer to a four-year institution should consult an advisor or counselor regarding transfer requirements and the transferability of these courses to the four-year institution of their choice. |