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Social Work Associate - Generalist A.A.S.
Program Available at:
- Eastfield
Catalog Year 2021-2022 You may use this pathway if you entered Dallas College on or before this date.
Degree Type Associate of Applied Science
GPA Requirement Student must earn a GPA of 2.0 or higher
TSI Must be Complete
For more information, visit the Dallas College Social Work webpage and your academic advisor at Eastfield Campus.
This is an example course sequence for students interested in pursuing Social Work Associate-Generalist. It does not represent a contract, nor does it guarantee course availability. Following this pathway will help you earn an Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree in Social Work Associate-Generalist. Students must earn at least 25% of the credit hours (15 hours) required for graduation through instruction by Dallas College. See catalog for official degree requirements.
The A.A.S. degree 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. Courses that complete the degree, the Human Services Certificate (HS) and the Gerontology Certificate (G1) are noted below.
SEMESTER-BY-SEMESTER MAP FOR FULL-TIME STUDENTS
All plans can be modified to fit the needs of part-time students. This is not an official degree plan. See catalog for official degree requirements.
AAS DEGREE MINIMUM: 60 SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS
SEMESTER 1
SCWK 1321 – Orientation to Social Services (Course also applies to HS)
SCWK 2311 – Interviewing and Counseling Theories (Course also applies to HS)
SCWK 2331 – Abnormal Behavior (Course also applies to HS)
PSYC 2301 – General Psychology This is a Core course.
ENGL 1301 – Composition I This is a Core course. Must earn a grade of “C" or higher.
SEMESTER 1 ACTION ITEMS
- Meet with your advisor to confirm academic and career goals before the end of the semester.
- Meet with a career advisor or coach to research your career options and opportunities for job shadowing.
Total Hours: 15
SEMESTER 2
SCWK 1313 – Introduction to Social Work (Course also applies to HS, G1)
SPCH 1311 – Introduction to Speech Communication This is a Core course.
SCWK 2301 – Assessment and Case Management (Course also applies to HS, G1)
SCWK 1305 – Group Work Intervention
DAAC 2341 – Counseling Alcohol and Other Drug Addictions (Course also applies to HS)
SEMESTER 2 ACTION ITEMS
- Meet with your advisor to request an official program of study audit and confirm or update your academic/career path.
Total Hours: 15
SEMESTER 3
GERS 1301 – Introduction to Gerontology (Course also applies to HS, G1)
GERS 1304 – Activity Directing I (Course also applies to G1)
GERS 1392 – Special Topics in Gerontology (Course also applies to HS)
SCWK ELECTIVE*
DAAC 2330 – Multicultural Counseling (Course also applies to SC)
* Elective must be selected from the following: CRIJ 1307, DAAC 1304, DAAC 1309, DAAC 2307, GERS 1310, GERS 1307, SCWK 2305, SOCI 2340
SEMESTER 3 ACTION ITEMS
- NOTE: SCWK 2305 must also be completed to satisfy the Human Services certificate.
- Meet with faculty or a career advisor regarding placement for the Practicum course.
- Meet with a career advisor or coach for assistance in preparing for job search.
Total Hours: 15
SEMESTER 4
SCWK 2307 – Human Behavior and the Social Environment (Course also applies to HS)
SOCI 1301 – Introduction to Sociology This is a Core course.
HUMANITIES/FINE ARTS ELECTIVE* This is a Core course.
BIOL 1322 – Nutrition and Diet Therapy This is a Core course. Must earn a grade of “C" or higher.
CHOOSE ONE:
- SCWK 1365 – Practicum (or Field Experience)-Social Work (Required course for HS certificate) OR
- GERS 2366 – Practicum (or Field Experience)-Adult Development and Aging (Required course for G1 certificate)**
* There are several options to fulfill this requirement. See your academic advisor for a specific list.
** For the A.A.S. degree in Social Work you can complete GERS 2366 OR SCWK 1365; only GERS 2366 will apply toward Gerontology Certificate.
SEMESTER 4 ACTION ITEMS
- NOTE: GERS 1307 must also be completed to satisfy the Gerontology Certificate.
- Meet with your advisor to apply for the Social Work Associate-Generalist A.A.S., Human Services Certificate and the Gerontology Certificate.
- Sign up for Commencement.
- Join the Alumni Network!
Total Hours: 15
PATHWAY TOTAL: 60 SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS