Social Work and Human Services AA-T
What can I do with this?
We are now offering associate degrees for transfer to the CSU. This provides a clear
pathway to a CSU major and baccalaureate degree. This AA-T degree guarantees admission
with junior standing somewhere in the CSU system and gives priority admission consideration
to your local CSU campus or to a program that is deemed similar to your community
college major. This priority does not guarantee admission to specific majors or campuses.
More information on the Degree with a Guarantee Program.
The Social Work and Human Services Degree for Transfer
- Guarantees acceptance to the CSU system
- Is for students who want to make a difference and help others.
- Is for students dedicated to improving or maintaining the physical and mental health and general well-being of people.
- Prepares students for transfer to earn a baccalaureate variety of Social Science majors including Social Work, Psychology, and Sociology
- These skills can be applied to careers in
- Sociology
- Social Work
- Law
- Business
- Politics
- Education
- Criminology
- Human Services
Current and prospective community college students are encouraged to meet with a counselor to review their options for transfer and to develop an educational plan that best meets their goals and needs.
According to the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Outlook Handbook, the profession of social work is expected to increase more than the average for all other occupations. Job prospects are expected to be favorable, particularly for those who specialize in aging.
What will I learn?
- To articulate the broad concerns and practices of human services industries.
- To apply the four-core sets of human services skills while working with clients including conducting interviews, writing incident reports, participating in team meetings, and providing necessary support and referrals to consumers.
- To assess situations for appropriate entry-level professional, legal, and ethical responses.
- To use supervisory feedback for improved performance.
- To analyze the cultural components of a social work and human services situation and recommend culturally appropriate interventions.
This program was life changing. It gave me the tools and skills to find the job I want.
I have a passion for helping people. The Human Services program gave me the education and guidance to pursue this dream.
What courses do I take?
Note: Some courses within the major have a required prerequisite. If you feel you have equivalent knowledge and skills to those included in the prerequisite course through professional experience, licensure, or certification, you have the opportunity to submit a Prerequisite Challenge to be reviewed by the Department Chair. For the Prerequisite Challenge to be considered, you must submit documentation and verification to substantiate the basis for the challenge. Please see a counselor for more information about the Prerequisite Challenge process.
Required Core: Complete all of the following courses:
| Course | Title | Unit(s) |
|---|---|---|
| SWHS C101 | Introduction to Social Work and Human Services | 3 |
| SWHS C103 | Social Work and Human Services Seminar | 1 |
| SWHS C104 | Social Work and Human Services Fieldwork | 2 |
| SOCI C101 | Introduction to Sociology | 3 |
| PSYC C1000 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
| or PSYC C1000H | Introduction to Psychology Honors | 4 |
| STA C1000 | Introduction to Statistics | 4 |
| or STAT C1000H | Introduction to Statistics Honors | 5 |
| BIOL C125 | Survey of Anatomy and Physiology | 4 |
| or BIOL C121 | Survey of Anatomy and Physiology Lecture | 3 |
| or BIOL C251 | Human Anatomy | 4 |
| ECON C102 | Macroeconomics | 3 |
| or ECON C103 | Microeconomics | 3 |
List A: Select two courses:
| Course | Title | Unit(s) |
|---|---|---|
| ADST C101 | Introduction to Addiction Studies | 3 |
| ADMJ C101 | Introduction to Administration of Justice | 3 |
| ANTH C111 | Cultural Anthropology | 3 |
| CHDV C104 | Child, Family and Community | 3 |
| CHDV C106 | Child Growth and Development | 3 |
| PSYC C181 | Lifespan Development | 3 |
| PSYC C241 | Abnormal Psychology | 3 |
| SWHS C102 | Cultural Competence in Social Work and Human Services | 3 |
General Ed Requirements
Complete one of the following general education patterns:
- Option B | Cal-GETC – California General Education Transfer Curriculum
Program Pathways
All classes needed for this degree are available at the following campuses: CC Online
Additionally, some of the general education courses needed to complete this major are available at all our locations.
See Counseling for specific help with enrolling and completing this major.
How can I afford it?
This degree requires 60.0 units and will likely take 4 semesters.
Approximate Total Costs
CA Residents
60.0 units
at $46 per unit
Equals $2,760 in tuition and fees
Plus approximately $3,600* for books and supplies
Total cost $6,360 for 4 semesters
Non-residents
60.0 units
at $389 per unit
Equals $23,340 in tuition and fees
Plus approximately $3,600* for books and supplies
Total cost $26,940 for 4 semesters
*This is an estimate. Actual costs will vary.
Need help? Financial Aid can help with fee waivers and scholarships and other aid. Make sure to fill out your FAFSA every January.
