Social Services Youth Services Specialty - Associate of Applied Science

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Learn principles and skills in social work with an emphasis on crisis intervention and community services for children. Complete this program exclusively on weekdays, or in a combination of day, evening and weekend classes.

What can I do with this degree?
Career Options: Entry-level employment in youth services agencies.

Academic Options: Students intending to transfer to a four-year university should pursue the Social Services AA degree.

Locations: West Campus

Department/Contact Information: Division Dean: 206-6996, Lead Faculty: 206-6705

REQUIRED COURSES
This degree may be earned with fewer than the displayed credits as long as the fulfilled course requirements total at least 60 credits. Students must meet the Reading Requirement. Department faculty approval is recommended when selecting electives.

General Education Requirements
Communication Requirement		6
Analysis and Critical Thinking Requirement		6
Humanities and Social Science Requirement		3
Computer and Information Literacy Requirement		1-3
Subtotal		16-18
Course #	Course Title	Credits
Required Core Courses
AJS 212	Juvenile Justice Procedures	3
ECE 117	Child Growth and Development	3
SSE 110	Introduction to Social Welfare	3
SSE 111	Group Work	3
SSE 146	Child Abuse Intervention and Protection	3
SSE 160	Introduction to Youth Services	3
SSE 202	Casework Methods I	3
SSE 210	Community Organization and Development	3
SSE 211	Group Technique Applications	3
SSE 260	Youth Services: Policy, Practice and Prevention	3
SSE 290	Field Experience Youth Services	4
Subtotal		34
Required Support Courses
	Electives	10-12
Total		60-64

Social Services Youth Services Specialty - Associate of Applied Science

General Education Requirements

Required Core Courses

Required Support Courses