ASc in Social Work
Introduction
Gain insight and practical skills to address some current social issues with the Associate of Science Degree in Social Work (ASc SOWK). This programme is designed to provide training for social work assistants to prepare them for work in agencies and communities and to provide appropriate support to social workers. The courses address the theory and practice of social work and human needs and behaviours. Graduates will be able to serve in para-professional positions and advance organizational goals.
Graduates who meet minimum GPA requirements will be eligible for entry to Level 2 of the relevant BSc programme at UWI.
Who is this programme for?
The ASc Social Work programme is specifically designed for persons wishing to develop social work skills in order to contribute to resolving problems in their local communities and persons interested in building their qualifications towards a professional qualification in social work.
Programme Structure
The associate degree programmes are delivered using a mixed-mode format. Courses are delivered using online or blended approaches. Students must have access to a computer and Internet access. Online orientation is conducted before the start of the programme.
Students complete a total of 60 credits normally equivalent to 20 courses. Students explore general education and core courses in a number of areas including:
- Statistics
- Principles and Practice of Social Work
- Ethics for the Human Services
- Caribbean Social Policy & Social Services
- Introduction to Social Research
- Theory & Practice of Social Work
When will the programme start?
The programme starts in August of the academic year.
Entry Requirements
Applicants should meet lower level matriculation requirements which include:
1. Holders of five (5) CXC or GCE ‘O’ Level passes or equivalent, not necessarily obtained at the same sitting, as follows:
(i) English (A), and
(ii) Mathematics or a foreign language, or an approved science (not Health Science), or additional Mathematics or Geography
(iii) Three (3) other approved subjects not already counted above.
2. Persons over the age of 21 on the basis of their overall academic and professional attainments.
3. Holders of the approved certificates from the School of Continuing Studies, UWI with an acceptable pass in English Language
In addition applicants should have a minimum of three years experience in the social service sector as staff or volunteer.
Academic Preparation
Prior to the start of the programme all new participants must take part in an orientation programme held in August of an academic year. This orientation introduces learners to online study and prepares them for the demands of a UWI Open Campus Associate Degree programme.
OOL1001 Orientation to Online Learning
IYMS1001 Improving Your Math Skills