Social Work, Minor

The Social Work minor will introduce you to issues like poverty, inequality, discrimination, and social justice; develop your skills in communication, problem solving, and advocacy; and deepen your understanding of social policy.

Educational Objectives

Our collaborative, interdisciplinary approach will provide you with a dynamic learning experience with faculty from a variety of academic departments, broadening your overall perspective and enriching your coursework.

Our dedicated faculty are practitioners in the health and human services sector, which means your courses will incorporate the most relevant and current knowledge and issues affecting the health of communities throughout our region.

Our focus on equity, social justice, and collaborative leadership is integral to social work and will set you apart as a leader in the helping professions capable of bringing a higher level of positive change to the communities in which you work.

Our programmatic depth and breadth will strengthen your foundation for a career in human services, nonprofit work, counseling, public health, and education, among other fields.

Complete both of the following courses:

• SW 310 - Introduction to Social Work Units: 3
• SW 405 - Social Work Case Management Units: 3

Complete two of the following courses:

• SW 406 - Social Work with Groups Units: 3
• SW 415 - Social Work with Children, Youth and Families Units: 3
• SW 425 - Social Welfare Policy Units: 3
• SW 435 - Introduction to Substance Use Disorders Units: 3
• SW 455 - Social Work with Older Adults Units: 3