Social Work Minor
A minor in social work will give you insight into helping people enhance their well-being. Learning social work theories and principles can help you make a difference, whether your primary studies are in education, the health sciences or another area.
The social work minor is open to undergraduate students at the University of South Carolina and introduces you to the knowledge, values and skills of social work. In addition, you may use the social work minor in collaboration with several majors to enhance career opportunities and serve as preparation for graduate study.
Minor Requirements (18 hours)
You must complete 18 hours of coursework to earn a minor in social work — six hours of required coursework and 12 hours of electives.
Required Courses (6 hours)
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses: | ||
| SOWK 201 | Introduction to Social Work | 3 |
| SOWK 222 | Social Welfare Policies and Programs | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours | 6 | |
Minor Electives (12 hours)
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Complete 12 credit hours in courses such as the following: | 12 | |
| Social Work With Children, Youth, and Families | ||
| Social Work With Older Adults and Families | ||
| Gender, Race and Social Justice | ||
| Global Inequalities and Social Justice | ||
| Life Transitions: Loss and Grief | ||
| Social Policy Analysis | ||
| Diversity and Social Justice in Contemporary Society | ||
| Theories for Understanding Individuals, Families, and Groups | ||
| Social Work and Scientific Inquiry | ||
| Refuge and Refugees | ||
| Special Topics in Social Work | ||
| Independent Study | ||
| Current Issues in Social Welfare | ||
| Total Credit Hours | 12 | |
Please visit the Social Work Minor website for more information.