Social Work
Although most social workers need a bachelor’s degree in social work, clinical social workers must have a master’s degree and two years of post-master experience in a supervised clinical setting. Clinical social workers must also be licensed in the state in which they practice.
A bachelor’s degree in social work (BSW) is the most common requirement for entry-level positions. However, some employers may hire workers who have a bachelor’s degree in a related field, such as psychology or sociology.
The Associate of Arts in Social Work at Cankdeska Cikana Community College is designed to prepare a student that is intending on obtaining a baccalaureate degree in Social Work. This two year program will provide students with the essential study prerequisites that are necessary in biology, mathematics, English, and social sciences as well as social work courses that are mandatory prerequisites in order to qualify for the baccalaureate degree in most social work programs throughout North Dakota.
Case Management
Assessing needs, developing, monitoring, and evaluating treatment plans and progress; advocating and facilitating interdisciplinary approaches.
Child Welfare
Involves obtaining information; investigating reports of alleged abuse, neglect, or exploitation of children; participating in taking corrective action, reunification and/or serving as conservator of a child. Foster care, adoption.
Human Behavior
Refers to the way humans act and interact. It is based on several factors, such as genetics, culture and individual values and attitudes.
Counselor
A qualified individual who uses counseling methods to help people manage and overcome mental and emotional issues.
Courses of Essential Study
| Course # | Course Name | Offered | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENGL 100 | Student Success | FA,SP | 1 |
| ENGL 110 | College Composition I | FA,SP,SU | 3 |
| ENGL 120 | College Composition II* | FA,SP,SU | 3 |
| COMM 110 | Fundamentals of Public Speaking | FA,SP | 3 |
| ND:FA or ND:HUM or ND:HIST | 3 | ||
| DSL 250 | Dakota Language I | FA,SP,SU | 3 |
| SOC 110 | Introduction to Sociology | SP | 3 |
| PSYC 111 | Introduction to Psychology | FA | 3 |
| CSCI 101 | Introduction to Computers | FA,SP | 3 |
| MATH 210 | Elementary Statistics** | FA,SP | 3 |
| ND:LABSC – Lab Science Elective | 3 | ||
| ND:LABSC – Corresponding Lab | 1 | ||
| DS 110 | Dakota Culture and History*** | FA,SP,SU | 3 |
| ND:SS or ND:HIST | 3 | ||
| TOTAL | 38 | ||
| *Prerequisite of ENGL 110 (College Composition I) | |||
| **Prerequisite of ASC093 (Intermediate Algebra) or MATH 100 (Intro to Quantitative Reasoning), or instructor approval | |||
| ***Alternate Summer Rotation | |||
Core Classes
| Course # | Course Name | Offered | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| SWK 101 | Case Management I | FA | 3 |
| SWK 103 | Introduction to Counseling | FA | 3 |
| SWK 255 | Introduction to Social Work | FA,SP | 4 |
| SWK 256 | Development of Social Welfare | FA | 3 |
| SWK 257 | Human Behavior in the Social Environment I | FA,SP | 3 |
| SWK 262 | Indian Child Welfare | SP | 3 |
| SWK 274 | Substance Use and Abuse | SP | 3 |
| TOTAL | 22 | ||
Degree Program Total Credits…..60
Updated 7/19/22
• The student will demonstrate the ability to work within the social work systems perspective.
• The student will apply generalist social work practice in planning/conducting interventions.
• The student will demonstrate technical proficiency in completing an assessment.
• The student will demonstrate ethical responsibility in the social work profession.
Median average wage in May 2019 – $31,750 to $82,540
Job outlook 2019-29 10% as fast as average
The Social Work faculty are an amalgamation of professionals who have been employed in the private and public sectors of tribal and federal government and education. They continue to participate in professional development and scholarly activity to enhance their knowledge and to serve as role models for lifelong learning.
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Galynn Lindemann |
