Social Service Minor
The Social Service Minor equips students with foundational knowledge about the social work field, emphasizing how social workers and agencies improve well-being for individuals, families, groups, and communities. Students gain an understanding of social work values such as social and economic justice, human dignity, the importance of relationships, integrity, and competence. This minor is ideal for those interested in broadening their perspective on social work without pursuing full licensure.
Students majoring in Social Work or earning a Bachelor of Specialized Studies with a focus on Social Work are not eligible for this minor. Additionally, this minor does not meet the educational requirements for social work licensure in Ohio or other states. Licensure requires a degree in Social Work from an accredited program and passing the licensing exam.
Admissions Requirements
There are no admission requirements beyond University admission requirements. This minor is open to all 91视频 students on the Athens campus. Talk to your academic advisor about adding the minor and visit the to learn how to declare the minor.
Curriculum
To earn the Social Service Minor, students complete 18 credit hours, including core courses on social work fundamentals and upper-level electives that allow for deeper exploration of specialized topics such as mental health, healthcare, and counseling.
For a full list of elective options and course descriptions, visit the .
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College of Health Sciences and Professions
Department of Social Work
Morton Hall 416
Athens, OH 45701
740.593.1269
Contact Person:
Warren Galbreath
galbreat@ohio.edu