*Beginning Fall 2016, this program is no longer accepting new students at Harold Washington College. Please refer to the program at Kennedy-King College.

The Associate in Applied Science degree in Social Work includes the study of the generalist approach to working with the individual, family, group, and community. The degree can lead to employment as an aide to a social worker in government, community, or private social service agencies.

Related Degrees and Certificates

• Racial Healing Practitioner, Basic Certificate
• Social Work: Generalist, Associate in Applied Science

Program Requirements

Course List

Code	Title	Hours
General Education Coursework 1
ENGLISH 101	Composition	3
Additional General Education Courses 2		12
Required Program Core
CHLD DV 101	Human Growth & Development I	4
CHLD DV 102	Human Growth & Development II	3
CHLD DV 107	Health Safety And Nutrition	3
MENHLTH 223	Intro To Addictions Studies	3
SOC SER 101	Introduction To Social Work	3
SOC SER 109	Report Writing for Social Service Aides	3
SOC SER 201	Principles of Social Work Practice	3
SOC SER 212	Introduction To Group Process	3
SOC SER 215	Social Prob & Soc Action I	3
SOC SER 228	Social Work with Families : Evidence Based Practice	3
or SOC SER 248	Principles Of Youth & Group Work
Required Work-Based Learning Courses
SOC SER 229	Social Service Practicum	6
Program Electives
Select 14 credit hours 3		14
Total Hours		66

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At least one course must meet the Human Diversity (HD) requirement

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Select an additional 12 hours of general education courses from Communications, Fine Arts & Humanities, Mathematics, Social & Behavioral Sciences, or Physical & Life Sciences.

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Students are urged to take elective courses in Psychology, Sociology, Child Development, Anthropology, Criminal Justice, and Addiction Studies to become familiar with various approaches to individual, group, or societal problems. In addition, CIS 120 Introduction to Computer Applications and ENGLISH 102 Composition, are strongly recommended. Meet with a College Advisor for course selection.

Careers

This program can prepare students for the jobs listed below. Click on each one to learn more, including average earnings, annual job openings, and how much education people in that field have. For additional guidance and resources on career options, current City Colleges students and alumni can contact the Career Services Office.

Healthcare Social Workers

Job Description

Provide individuals, families, and groups with the psychosocial support needed to cope with chronic, acute, or terminal illnesses. Services include advising family caregivers. Provide patients with information and counseling, and make referrals for other services. May also provide case and care management or interventions designed to promote health, prevent disease, and address barriers to access to healthcare.

Salary Based on Experience Level

Take a look at the average hourly/annual earnings for this career in Cook County

Lightcast earnings figures are based on OES data from the BLS and include base rate, cost of living allowances, guaranteed pay, hazardous-duty pay, incentive pay (including commissions and bonuses), on-call pay, and tips.

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Annual Wages

Entry-Level 10th Percentile	$39,879
Median 50th Percentile	$62,018
Senior-Level 90th Percentile	$81,858

Hourly Wages

Entry-Level 10th Percentile	$19
Median 50th Percentile	$30
Senior-Level 90th Percentile	$39

Annual Job Openings

238 annual openings in Cook County

National Education Attainment

Here, you can see the level of education that people in this career complete.

Degree Program	% of Jobs
A high school diploma or less	0.00%
A certificate	0.00%
Some college	0.00%
An Associate degree	0.00%
A Bachelor's degree	14.81%
A Master's or Professional degree	85.18%
A Doctoral degree or more	0.00%

99.99% continue their education beyond an associate degree

Social and Community Service Managers

Job Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate the activities of a social service program or community outreach organization. Oversee the program or organization's budget and policies regarding participant involvement, program requirements, and benefits. Work may involve directing social workers, counselors, or probation officers.

Salary Based on Experience Level

Take a look at the average hourly/annual earnings for this career in Cook County

Lightcast earnings figures are based on OES data from the BLS and include base rate, cost of living allowances, guaranteed pay, hazardous-duty pay, incentive pay (including commissions and bonuses), on-call pay, and tips.

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Annual Wages

Entry-Level 10th Percentile	$47,395
Median 50th Percentile	$74,813
Senior-Level 90th Percentile	$126,515

Hourly Wages

Entry-Level 10th Percentile	$23
Median 50th Percentile	$36
Senior-Level 90th Percentile	$61

Annual Job Openings

359 annual openings in Cook County

National Education Attainment

Here, you can see the level of education that people in this career complete.

Degree Program	% of Jobs
A high school diploma or less	7.24%
A certificate	0.00%
Some college	2.19%
An Associate degree	8.15%
A Bachelor's degree	50.36%
A Master's or Professional degree	32.05%
A Doctoral degree or more	0.00%

82.41% continue their education beyond an associate degree