Social Work Minor

The social work minor provides students with:

• An understanding of the profession of social work and the central role of advocacy
• An understanding of social work values and ethical practices
• An examination of  contemporary social issues affecting individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities  integrating diversity and social justice perspectives
• An understanding of social policies and social institutions that impact citizens and society
• An understanding of knowledge and skills necessary to engage in empowerment and advocacy for the collective well-being of all and developing solutions to many contemporary social problems