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IECC Transfer Pathway
Social Work
Be the difference in someone's life. The Social Work transfer pathway at IECC leads to the Associate in Science and Arts degree and prepares you to transfer to a four-year university for a bachelor's degree in social work — and a career advocating for children, families, and communities. Build your foundation in social work, psychology, and sociology while developing the listening, empathy, and problem-solving skills that change lives. Graduates work as case managers, child welfare specialists, mental health support workers, and community advocates. The need has never been greater. The reward has never been more real.
Core coursesTap to collapse
The classes that define this pathway. General education requirements round out your degree and can be planned with your advisor.
| Requirement | Course(s) | Cr. |
|---|---|---|
| Core Course | SOC 2101 — Principles of Sociology | 3 |
| Core Course | HBH 1201 — Intro to Human Behavior Health | 3 |
| Core Course | HBH 1202 — Social Services and Welfare Development | 3 |
| Core Course | HBH 2205 — Human Behavioral Intervention | 3 |
| Core Course | PLS 2101 — Government of the U.S. | 3 |
| Core Course | HBH 2206 — Human Behavior and Social Environment | 3 |
| Core Course | PSY 1201 — Intro to Counseling | 3 |
About this pathway
The Social Work transfer pathway, leading to the Associate in Science and Arts degree, is designed for students who plan to complete foundational coursework at IECC before transferring to a four-year college or university to pursue a bachelor's degree in social work. In an increasingly complex society, there is a strong need for trained professionals who can serve individuals, families, and communities facing challenges related to poverty, mental and behavioral health, child welfare, aging, and access to services. Coursework introduces students to social work, psychology, sociology, and the broader social sciences, along with the communication and interpersonal skills required of helping professionals. Topics of study include introduction to social work, human behavior in the social environment, social problems, lifespan development, and statistics for the social sciences. Graduates who complete a bachelor's degree will have the potential for employment as case managers, child welfare workers, community outreach specialists, mental and behavioral health support workers, school-based support staff, or program coordinators in social service, government, and nonprofit organizations, and will be prepared for graduate study leading to clinical licensure.
At a glance
Here's how the degree breaks down by credit hours. A typical full-time semester is about 12–15 credit hours, so a 64-credit-hour degree usually takes two years of full-time study.
Recommended electives
| Course | Title | Cr. |
|---|---|---|
| EDU 1107 | Health | 3 |
| PSY 2104 | Child Psychology | 3 |
| PSY 2111 | Abnormal Psychology | 3 |
| SOC 2102 | Social Problems and Trends | 3 |
| SOC 2104 | Death & Dying | 3 |
| SPE 1111 | Interpersonal Communications | 3 |
Program notes
- College Orientation (required): FYE 1198 College Success; FYE 1199 Professional Career Development.
- One Human Diversity HD course must be completed.
- One lab science course must be completed.
Course offerings, prerequisites, and transfer requirements may vary. Meet with an IECC advisor before registering each semester to ensure course selections align with academic goals. Students are responsible for consulting with their intended receiving institution to verify transfer requirements and course applicability.
Ready to take the next step?
Meet with an IECC advisor to map out your transfer plan, choose your courses, and stay on track for your bachelor's degree.
Schedule an Advising Meeting