Social work is a great fit for students who are passionate about supporting individuals, families, and communities while addressing social challenges. It explores how social systems, policies, and environments impact people's well-being. Students can expect to study topics such as social justice, human behavior, advocacy, mental health, child welfare, crisis intervention, policy analysis, ethics, and community development.
Apply Now| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| SW 1010 | Introduction to Social Work | 3 |
| ENGL 1010 | Introduction to Writing | 3 |
| GNST 1200 | Foundations | 3 |
| Electives | 6 |
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| SW 2400 | Diverse Populations | 3 |
| MATH 1040 | Introduction to Statistics | 3 |
| HFST 1500 | Human Development | 3 |
| Life Science and Lab | 4 | |
| Electives | 3 | |
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| SW 2100 | Understanding Human Behavior | 3 |
| American Institutions | 3 | |
| PSY 1010 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
| ANTH 1000 | Introduction to Anthropology | 3 |
| ENGL 2010 | Intermediate Research Writing | 3 |
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| SOC 1010 | Introduction to Sociology | 3 |
| Humanities | 3 | |
| Fine Arts | 3 | |
| Electives | ||
| Physical Science | 3 | |
While we recommend that social work students earn the Associate of Science (AS), an AA in social work is also available. The Associate of Arts has the same requirements as the AS with the addition of a foreign language (complete a 1020-level language course). Please see your academic advisor for full details.
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| General Education Courses | 34-36 credits | |
| Elective Credits | 18-20 credits | |
| Meta-major Requirements | 6 credits | |
| Choose 6 credits from this list: | ||
| CJ 1010 | Intro to Criminal Justice | 3 |
| CJ 1330 | Criminal Law | 3 |
| PSY 1010 | General Psychology | 3 |
| PSY 2010 | Psychology as a Science and Career | 3 |
| SOC 1010 | Introduction to Sociology | 3 |
| SOC 1020 | Modern Social Problems | 3 |
| SW 1010 | Social Work as a Profession | 3 |
| SW 2100 | Understanding Human Behavior | 3 |
| Total | 60 credits | |
Graduates with a social work degree often pursue careers in fields such as mental health services, child welfare, healthcare, community advocacy, policy development, and nonprofit organizations, where their skills in support, intervention, and social justice are highly valued.
Discover ways you can transfer your credits to some of the following colleges:
For more information on transferring within public colleges and universities in Utah, see UtahTransferGuide.
