Social and Human Services - Pre-Social Work
Curriculum Description
The Pre-Social Work Certificate provides students with foundational knowledge and an ethical framework to begin their journey in the social work field. This program prepares students for roles in healthcare, education, child welfare, mental health, and community advocacy while also positioning them for further education.
By starting at Forsyth Tech, students gain access to small class sizes, personalized support, and cost-effective education. The courses of this certificate are designed to transfer into a Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) program.
Career Possibilities (Before Completing a BSW): Social Work Assistant, Residential Counselor
This stackable certificate allows students to build their credentials while preparing for work in diverse settings. Graduates can further their careers by pursuing the AAS degree in Social and Human Services or the AAS degree in Social and Human Services / BSW Transfer.
Certificate
C45380SW
NC CIP: 44.0000
Day, Online
POS Approved: Fall 2025
Fall Semester
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PSY 150 | General Psychology (Global) | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| SOC 210 | Introduction to Sociology (Global) | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| SWK 110 | Intro to Social Work | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Select one: | |||||
| Intellectual/Dev Disabilities | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | |
| OR | |||||
| Intro to Gerontology | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
| OR | |||||
| Intro to Mental Health | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
| OR | |||||
| Intro to Addiction & Recover | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
| Total: | 12 | 0 | 0 | 12 | |
Total Credit Hours: 12
Additional Information
C45380SW
