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School for Social SciencesAvailable:B.S.W.MinorRequirements:B.S.W. Major:45 hours2.5 gpaThis degree requires aminimum of 122 hours.For additional hoursrequired see page 107.Minor:18 hours2.0 gpaThis program is offeredthrough:Social WorkThe Social Work degree program prepares students forbeginning professional social work practice in a wide varietyof human service and treatment settings. As generalist social workpractitioners, graduates will be prepared to work collaborativelywith diverse populations, particularly those who are vulnerableand at risk. Eco-systems theory and strengths perspective serve asoverarching conceptual frameworks throughout the curriculum. Allaspects of student learning in the classroom are integrated with thesenior year field practicum experience.ADMISSION TO THE BACHELOR OF SOCIAL WORKDEGREECriteria for admission to the Bachelor of Social Work Degreeinclude:1. Completion of 60 credit hours of college coursework.2. A cumulative GPA of 2.50 or higher. GPA is computed on allcollege credit, transfer and Park University.3. Two letters of reference, one of which must be a college/university faculty member; the second letter may be from afaculty member or another person known in a professionalcapacity.4. Successful completion of Park University’s Writing CompetencyTest.5. Completion of the following courses with a grade of “C” orbetter: EN 105, EN 106, EN 306b, SO 141 Introductionto Sociology; PS 101, Introduction to Psychology; MA 120Basic Concepts of Statistics; and SW 205, Introduction toSocial Work. Students must also complete 8 credits of ModernLanguage (Spanish is preferred). For transfer students six creditsof the modern language equivalent may be accepted.6. Completion of all required materials in the Bachelor of SocialWork admission packet, which includes a personal narrative thatrelates the student’s interest, experiences and goals in the socialwork profession.In accordance with CSWE accreditation standards, the SocialWork program does not grant course credit for life experience orprevious work experience.Requirements For:B.S.W. Major – 45 hours, 2.5 gpaCore CurriculumPS 309 Human Sexuality........................................ 3 cr.SO 302 Study of the Family..................................... 3 cr.SW 205 Introduction to Social Work........................ 3 cr.SW 325 Human Diversity & Social Justice............... 3 cr.SW 330 Social Welfare Policy and Programs............. 3 cr.SW 335 Social Work Research.................................. 3 cr.SW 305 Human Behavior in Social Environment I... 3 cr.SW 405 Human Behavior in Social Environment II... 3 cr.SW 310 Social Work Practice I Individuals & Families.. 3 cr.225