Total credits in the minor: 14
Any introductory (lower-division) course in human behavior (e.g., sociology, cultural anthropology, or psychology) will satisfy the prerequisite for the Social Work Minor. An example of such a course at CSUMB is PSY 100. You may confer with your Minor advisor for additional options that satisfy this prerequisite.
You must achieve all of the Learning Outcomes listed below by successfully completing the listed courses or alternative assessment options.
LO 1 Knowledge of Health and Human Services/Social Work ~ Demonstrate an understanding of the fundamental principles and issues common to the field of social work. Demonstrate the specific knowledge, skills and abilities as defined below:
Knowledge: The student knows about diversity, is well-versed in the history of social movements, understands fundamental theories of human behavior, knows the social policy foundations for social programs, and is conversant with human development issues.
Skills: The student knows how to work with individuals, groups, and communities; how to interview; how to assess, plan, and evaluate; how to think critically; how to use self effectively; and how to manage time and priorities well.
Attitudes: The student approaches her or his work with an open, curious mind and an appreciation for self, while valuing his or her differences from others. The student challenges inconsistencies and promotes growth and development for self and for others in an ethical manner.
LO 2 Personal and Professional Ethics ~ Demonstrate the ability to articulate the values and ethics which are the foundation of social work practice, to recognize areas of conflict between these professional values and the student's own, and to clarify conflicting values in the delivery of social welfare services. Demonstrate the specific knowledge, skills, and attitudes as defined below:
Knowledge: The student knows the core values and principles common to all the helping professions.
Skills: The student applies the values and principles of the helping professions (especially as explicated in the relevant code of ethics) appropriately in professional settings and analyzes ethical dilemmas to determine appropriate solutions.
Attitudes: The student recognizes a personal and professional responsibility to be proactively involved in the identification and resolution of ethical issues and to promote the well being of individuals, families, and communities, as well as the responsibility to act in a manner consistent with ethical principles.