Social Work
Social Work
Empower Communities and Shapes Tomorrow!
Step into the realm of compassion and change with our Social Work Pathway. Discover the heart of community care as you prepare to make a difference in the lives of others.
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The Associate of Arts/Science in Social Work is designed for students pursuing a career devoted to helping vulnerable people and communities. Students can complete the first two years of a bachelor's degree in a community college setting and transfer to a four-year college or university where they can complete a bachelor's degree in social work before seeking state licensure. Social work offers various career options in child welfare, mental health, substance abuse, healthcare, advocacy, policy development, counseling, and community development.
Explore a Sample Course Schedule
Fall Semester
| Rubric | Course | Hrs |
|---|---|---|
| SOCI 1010 | Introduction to Sociology | 3 |
| HIST XXXX | History Course | 3 |
| MATH 1530 | Introductory Statistics | 3 |
| ENGL 1010 | English Composition I | 3 |
| COL 1030 | College to Career Navigation | 3 |
| Total Credits | 15 | |
Spring Semester
| Rubric | Course | Hrs |
|---|---|---|
| ENGL 1020 | English Composition II | 3 |
| HIST XXXX | History Course | 3 |
|
SWRK 2020/ SOCI 1040 |
Cultural Diversity or Social Problems | 3 |
| Humanities Course | 3 | |
| PSYC 1030 | General Psychology | 3 |
| Total Credits | 15 | |
Fall Semester
| Rubric | Course | Hrs |
|---|---|---|
| COMM 2025 | Fundamentals of Communication | 3 |
| SWRK 2010 | Introduction to Social Work | 3 |
| ECON XXXX | Economics Course | 3 |
| Natural Science Course | 4 | |
| SPAN 1010* | Spanish I (AA) or Elective (AS) | 3 |
| Total Credits | 16 | |
Spring Semester
| Rubric | Course | Hrs |
|---|---|---|
| SPAN 1020* | Spanish II (AA) or Elective (AS) | 3/1 |
| Natural Science Course | 3 | |
| POLS 1030 | American Government | 3 |
| Humanities Course | 3 | |
| ENGL XXXX | Literature Course | 3 |
| Total Credits | 16/14 | |
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Tennessee Transfer Pathway
Course credits at Jackson State transfer to any Tennessee Public institution (and some private institutions), allowing you to transfer to your chosen Bachelor's degree program.
Green Light Your Career!
An associate degree in social work opens the door to many entry-level positions.
33
Four-Year Institutions
Our Credits Transfer to in Tennessee
7,800+
Number of Transfer Students
Over a 5-year period
31
Individual Pathways
Seven Academic Focus Areas
Career Outlook
Career and Salary Information
The following is a list of career choices that may be obtained upon completing a bachelor's degree or higher in this discipline. Please visit the following website: http://www.onetonline.org or speak to an advisor for additional career opportunities, salary information, and education requirements. Salaries are not guaranteed.
|
Career |
Beginning Salary with Bachelor's Degree in TN |
Experienced Salary Median |
|
Social and Human Services Assistant |
$30,700 |
$38,000 |
|
Child, Family, Social Worker |
$43,360 |
$47,390 |
|
Substance Abuse Counselor |
$36,290 |
$46,240 |
|
Mental Health Social Worker/Counselor (Master's Degree) |
$38,000 |
$55,000 |
Further education, such as a bachelor's or master's degree in Social Work, can unlock specialized career opportunities and advancement. Transfer opportunities to four-year colleges or universities provide a pathway for continued education and expanded career prospects in the dynamic field of Social Work.
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