Social Work
A.S.
63
What is Social Work Emphasis General Transfer Major?
Social work is a profession for those with a strong desire to help improve people’s lives. Social workers assist people by helping them cope with issues in their everyday lives, deal with their relationships, and solve personal and family problems. Some social workers help clients who face a disability or a life-threatening disease or a social problem, such as inadequate housing, unemployment, or substance abuse. Social workers also assist families that have serious domestic conflicts sometimes involving child or spousal abuse. Some social workers conduct research, advocate for improved services, engage in systems design, or are involved in planning or policy development. Many social workers specialize in serving a particular population or working in a specific setting. (source: National Association of Social Workers)
This program is provided for students who plan to earn an Associate of Science Degree for transfer toward a Bachelor of Science Degree at a four year college. This program is also suitable for the student who wishes to complete only the two-year program at Cleveland State and enter the workforce as a social work assistant.What will I learn?
As a social work assistant (A.S.) or a social worker (B.S.W.) you will:
What are my options to pay for this degree?
Program Schedule
Fall Semester |
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ENGL 1010 |
English Composition I |
3 |
GEN 1010 |
First Year Seminar |
3 |
SWRK 2010 |
Introduction to Social Work |
3 |
SOCI 1010 |
Introduction to Sociology |
3 |
PHIL 1040 OR RELS 2020 |
Introduction to Ethics OR Religions of the World |
3 |
Fall Semester Milestones |
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Spring Semester |
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ENGL 1020 |
English Composition II |
3 |
MATH 1530 |
Introductory Statistics |
3 |
PSYC 1030 |
Introduction to Psychology |
3 |
ART 2000 OR MUS 1030 |
Art History Survey I OR Introduction to Music |
3 |
COMM 2025 |
Fundamentals of Communication |
3 |
SWRK 2050 |
Crisis and Mental Health |
3 |
Spring Semester Milestones |
Cooperative Education and Service-Learning Experience are great ways to gain hands-on experience in your career field and make sure your selected career is a good fit for you. These experiences are also great to share in future job interviews and resumes. Email coopeducation@ Now is a good time to start talking with your advisor about your four-year college plans. They can assist you with making the right course selections and the transfer process you will need to initiate as you also prepare to graduate from CSCC.
If this is your first term of enrollment and you plan to receive aid, the priority deadline to apply or renew your FAFSA and submit any requested documentation is December 1.
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Fall Semester |
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BIOL 1010 |
Introduction to Biology |
4 |
SWRK 2040 |
Interviewing Skills |
3 |
SWRK 2060 |
Family and Children Services |
3 |
HIST 2310 OR HIST 2010 |
Early World History OR Early United States History |
3 |
ENGL 2110 OR ENGL 2310 |
Early American Literature OR Early World Literature |
3 |
Fall Semester Milestones |
Be sure to report your completed, approved Service-Learning hours at http://srvc.tbr.edu/ to be eligible for a Service-Learning Student Recognition Award at graduation. Need assistance? Email service_learning@clevelandstatecc.edu.
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Spring Semester |
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BIOL 1020 |
Diversity of Life |
4 |
SWRK 2030 |
Introduction to Social Welfare and Policy |
3 |
SWRK 1130 OR SWRK 1320 OR SOCI/SWRK 2040 |
Substance Abuse OR Aging in America OR Cultural Diversity |
3 |
HIST 2320 OR HIST 2020 |
Modern World History OR Modern United States History |
3 |
SWRK 1060 |
Social Work Practicum |
1 |
Subtotal |
63 |
Spring Semester Milestones |
Be sure to report your completed, approved Service-Learning hours at http://srvc.tbr.edu/ to be eligible for a Service-Learning Student Recognition Award at graduation. Need assistance? Email service_learning@clevelandstatecc.edu. FINANCIAL ALERT-Please consult a financial aid specialist and the business office prior to the start of classes to check on fees/expenses and to ensure that you are in good standing. |
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