Social Work Minor

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Students may minor in Social Work to gain an overview of the discipline and to develop knowledge and skills for working with diverse populations. Completion of coursework in the minor will emphasize social justice, an introduction to professional ethics, and practical interviewing skills needed within entry-level human service agencies. In all, students must complete 15 hours as indicated below. All courses for minor credit must be completed with a grade of “C” or better.

Of special note: SWRK 4318 is offered each fall and must be taken after completing all other coursework for the minor.

Students interested in completing a Minor in Social Work should contact program faculty to discuss course sequencing and planning.

Program Director - Dr. Heather Kanenberg: kanenbergH@uhcl.edu; and Field Director - Dr. Roberta Leal: lealR@uhcl.edu.

Required courses in the minor (15 hours)

SWRK 3301 - Introduction to Social Work Credit Hours: 3
SWRK 3304 - Issues and Ethics in Social Work Credit Hours: 3
SWRK 3314 - Diversity and Human Behavior in the Social Environment Credit Hours: 3
SWRK 3324 - Oppression, Diversity, and Social Justice Credit Hours: 3
SWRK 4318 - Social Work Practice I Credit Hours: 3