Social Work
- AA
- AS
With a career in social work, you will be able to help individuals, families, and communities build their capacity to improve their lives and solve their problems. At Nashville State, we offer a variety of course delivery options so you can find a schedule that works for you. Earn your Social Work degree online or in person.
Associate of Arts
Length
Two years
COSTS
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After Nashville State
The A.A. degree in Social Work is best used to transfer to a 4-year college or university. We guarantee a successful transfer to complete your bachelor’s degree at a Tennessee public university with the help of Tennessee Transfer Pathways (TTPs). Complete all the courses listed on the Social Work A.A. degree TTP at Nashville State, and you will have completed the first two years of a four-year bachelor's degree.
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Campus Availability: Courses for this degree are available at a variety of campus locations and online. To check current course offerings check class schedule.
Associate of Science
Length
Two years
COSTS
COURSE LIST
After Nashville State
The A.S. degree in Social Work is best used to transfer to a 4-year college or university. We guarantee a successful transfer to complete your bachelor’s degree at a Tennessee public university with the help of Tennessee Transfer Pathways (TTPs). Complete all the courses listed on the Social Work A.S. degree TTP at Nashville State, and you will have completed the first two years of a four-year bachelor's degree.
More About Transfer Degrees
Campus Availability: Courses for this degree are available at a variety of campus locations and online. To check current course offerings check class schedule.
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How to ApplyLife as a Social Worker
What does a social worker do?
Social workers help individuals, families, and communities by:
- Helping clients cope with everyday problems
- Assisting with issues caused by poverty, neglect, abuse, domestic violence, mental health, and substance abuse
- Diagnosing and treating mental, behavioral, and emotional issues (clinical social workers)
What jobs can a social worker do?
Social workers can work in a wide range of settings including schools, hospitals, rehabilitation facilities, and non-profit agencies.
- Adoption Specialist
- Children’s Service Worker
- Probation Officer
- Counselor
- Family Advocacy Representative
- Family Preservation Services
- Foster Care Therapist
- Guidance Counselor
- Hospital Social Worker
- Legislative Aide
- Pediatric Social Worker
- School Social Worker
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