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SOCIAL WORK ASSOCIATE -- GERONTOLOGY
Note: This program may lead to an occupational license for which a prior criminal history may make a student ineligible. For more information, please visit: https://www.dcccd.edu/hb1508.
(Level I Certificate)
Eastfield only
- Students pursuing this certificate are waived from the Texas Success Initiative (TSI) standards, but must meet course prerequisites.
- Students must complete 25% of the degree requirements at the college awarding the degree.
Degree Plan Code: C1.SCWK.GERONTOL.19
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.
| CREDIT HOURS |
SEMESTER I
| GERS 1301 | Introduction to Gerontology | 3 |
| GERS 1310 | Social Work and the Aging OR | 3 |
| SCWK 1313 | Introduction to Social Work | (3) |
| GERS 1304 | Activity Directing I | 3 |
| 9 |
SEMESTER II
| GERS 1307 | Activity Directing II | 3 |
| SCWK 2301 | Assessment and Case Management | 3 |
| GERS 2366 | Practicum (or Field Experience) - Adult Development and Aging | 3 |
| 9 |
| Minimum Hours Required | 18 |
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.
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SOCIAL WORK -- HUMAN SERVICES
Note: This program may lead to an occupational license for which a prior criminal history may make a student ineligible. For more information, please visit: https://www.dcccd.edu/hb1508.
(Level I Certificate)
Eastfield only
- Students pursuing this certificate are waived from the Texas Success Initiative (TSI) standards, but must meet course prerequisites.
- Students must earn at least 25% of the credit hours required for graduation through instruction by the college awarding the degree.
Degree Plan Code: C1.SCWK.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.
| CREDIT HOURS |
SEMESTER I
| SCWK 1321 | Orientation to Social Services | 3 |
| SCWK 2311 | Interviewing and Counseling Theories | 3 |
| SCWK 2331 | Abnormal Behavior | 3 |
| GERS 1301 | Introduction to Gerontology | 3 |
| SCWK 1313 | Introduction to Social Work | 3 |
| 15 |
SEMESTER II
| SCWK 2307 | Human Behavior and the Social Environment | 3 |
| GERS 1392 | Special Topics in Gerontology | 3 |
| SCWK 2301 | Assessment and Case Management | 3 |
| DAAC 2341 | Counseling Alcohol and other Drug Addictions | 3 |
| SCWK 2305 | Special Problems of Youth | 3 |
| 15 |
SEMESTER III
| SCWK 1365 | Practicum (or Field Experience) - Social Work | 3 |
| 3 |
| Minimum Hours Required | 33 |
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.
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SOCIAL WORK ASSOCIATE -- GENERALIST
Note: This program may lead to an occupational license for which a prior criminal history may make a student ineligible. For more information, please visit: https://www.dcccd.edu/hb1508.
(Associate of Applied Science Degree)
Eastfield only
- Students pursuing this award program are required to meet Texas Success Initiative (TSI) standards and course prerequisites.
- Students must earn at least 25% of the credit hours required for graduation through instruction by the college awarding the degree.
Degree Plan Code: AAS.SOC.WORK.GEN.19
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.
| CREDIT HOURS |
SEMESTER I
| SCWK 1321 | Orientation to Social Services | 3 |
| SCWK 2311 | Interviewing and Counseling Theories | 3 |
| SCWK 2331 | Abnormal Behavior | 3 |
| ENGL 1301 | Composition I | 3 |
| PSYC 2301 | General Psychology | 3 |
| 15 |
SEMESTER II
| SCWK 1313 | Introduction to Social Work | 3 |
| SPCH 1311 | Introduction to Speech Communication | 3 |
| SCWK 2301 | Assessment and Case Management | 3 |
| SCWK 1305 | Group Work Intervention | 3 |
| DAAC 2341 | Counseling Alcohol and Other Drug Addictions | 3 |
| 15 |
SEMESTER III
| GERS 1301 | Introduction to Gerontology | 3 |
| GERS 1304 | Activity Directing I | 3 |
| GERS 1392 | Special Topics in Gerontology | 3 |
| +Elective | Designated Social Work Elective (one course) | 3 |
| DAAC 2330 | Multicultural Counseling | 3 |
| 15 |
SEMESTER IV
| SCWK 2307 | Human Behavior and the Social Environment | 3 |
| SCWK 1365 | Practicum (or Field Experience) - Social Work OR | 3 |
| GERS 2366 | Practicum (or Field Experience)-Adult Development and Aging | (3) |
| SOCI 1301 | Introduction to Sociology | 3 |
| ++Elective | Humanities/Fine Arts | 3 |
| BIOL 1322 | Nutrition and Diet Therapy | 3 |
| 15 |
| Minimum Hours Required | 60 |
+Social Work Designated Elective - must be selected from the following:
| CRIJ 1307 | Crime in America | 3 |
| DAAC 1304 | Pharmacology of Addiction | 3 |
| DAAC 1309 | Assessment of Substance-Related and Addictive Disorders | 3 |
| DAAC 2307 | Addicted Family Intervention | 3 |
| GERS 1310 | Social Work and the Aging | 3 |
| GERS 1307 | Activity Directing II | 3 |
| SCWK 2305 | Special Problems of Youth | 3 |
| SOCI 2340 | Drug Use and Abuse | 3 |
++Humanities/Fine Arts Elective - must be selected from the AAS Core Options for Humanities/Fine Arts.
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.
