Career Options
Most career options directly related to professional (licensed) social work require graduate level degrees. However, there are several applied and paraprofessional occupations that may not require education beyond the associate degree. The following is a sample of the many settings in which individuals with preparation in social work beyond the associate degree may find employment: social services departments, hospitals, academic and community mental health facilities, child care programs, services for the aged, alcohol and other drug treatment programs, family services agencies, and other community organizations. Academic Programs The associate degree in social work requires completion of the courses listed for the degree. Additional general education and graduation requirements for the associate degree are listed in the catalog. The associate degree requires a minimum of 60 units.