AA/AS in Social Work

Social work centers on helping people meet basic needs and live better lives, with special attention to those who are vulnerable or treated unfairly. Practitioners work with individuals, families, groups and communities. Students build knowledge in areas such as human behavior and the social environment, along with practical skills used in the field. The work includes advocating for others, connecting people to services, running community programs and challenging unfair systems. Students are urged to meet an advisor to choose courses matching the requirements of their intended transfer university. The sample transfer plan reflects a school many Lee students select. Prospective students should speak with an advisor before enrolling to confirm course sequencing and how the coursework fits their transfer goals. The college's published program page lists faculty contacts and the division that oversees the subject, which helps applicants find the right person to ask about details.