Social and Human Services - BSW Transfer NEW

Curriculum Description

Forsyth Tech’s AAS in Social and Human Services with a Pre-Social Work focus provides a seamless pathway to a BSW degree. Students benefit from small class sizes, personalized support, and cost-effective education while gaining practical skills and preparing for transfer to a university social work program.

Advancing Your Career
A BSW opens the door to roles in social services, community advocacy, and resource coordination. Many graduates continue their education to earn a Master of Social Work (MSW), which qualifies them for advanced positions, including becoming a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). As an LCSW, professionals can provide therapy and other specialized services, making it one of the most popular pathways.

Forsyth Tech provides a strong foundation for students pursuing a career in social work, whether their goal is to become an advocate, resource coordinator, or licensed therapist. For specific transfer options and planning your academic path, consult with a program advisor.

Associate in Applied Science

A45380BS
NC CIP: 44.000
Day
POS Approved: Fall 2025

Fall Semester

Course Course Title Class Hours Lab/Shop Hours Clinical/WBL Hours Credit Hours
ENG 111 Writing and Inquiry 3 0 0 3
HSE 110 Intro to Human Services 2 2 0 3
HSE 123 Interviewing Techniques 2 2 0 3
HSE 210 Diversity Ethics and Trends 3 0 0 3
HSE 225 Crisis and Intervention Prin 3 0 0 3
  Total: 13 4 0 15

Spring Semester

Course Course Title Class Hours Lab/Shop Hours Clinical/WBL Hours Credit Hours
HSE 212 Group Dynamics 3 0 0 3
HSE 220 Case Management 2 2 0 3
HSE 223 Counseling Theories & Skills 3 0 0 3
SAB 110 Intro to Addiction & Recover 3 0 0 3
___ ___ Humanities/Fine Arts Elective * * * 3
  Total: 11 2 0 15

Summer Semester

Course Course Title Class Hours Lab/Shop Hours Clinical/WBL Hours Credit Hours
PSY 150 General Psychology (Global) 3 0 0 3
SWK 110 Intro to Social Work 3 0 0 3
Select one:
Writing/Research in the Disc (Global) 3 0 0 3
  OR        
Public Speaking (Global) (3) (0) (0) (3)
  Total: 9 0 0 9

Fall Semster

Course Course Title Class Hours Lab/Shop Hours Clinical/WBL Hours Credit Hours
DDT 110 Developmental Disabilities 3 0 0 3
GRO 120 Gerontology 3 0 0 3
HEA 110 Personal Health/Wellness 3 0 0 3
MAT 152 Statistical Methods I (Global) 3 2 0 4
SOC 210 Introduction to Sociology (Global) 3 0 0 3
  Total: 15 2 0 16

Spring Semester

Course Course Title Class Hours Lab/Shop Hours Clinical/WBL Hours Credit Hours
BIO 110 Principles of Biology 3 3 0 4
HSE 160 HSE Clinical Supervis I 1 0 0 1
HSE 163 HSE Clinical Exp I 0 0 9 3
POL 120 American Government 3 0 0 3
Select one:
Developmental Psych (Global) 3 0 0 3
  OR        
Abnormal Psychology (3) (0) (0) (3)
  Total: 10 3 9 14

Total Credit Hours: 69

Additional Information

Humanities/Fine Arts Elective: Select 1 - ART 111, HUM 150, REL 110

A45380BS