First Year (33 Credit Hours Total)
Fall Semester
First 8 Week Courses
| Course Name | Credit Hours | Core Code | Term Taken | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PSYC 2301 - General Psychology (FY)(Offered on a continuous basis) | 3 | 080 | ||
| CRIJ 1310 - Fundamentals of Criminal Law | 3 | - | ||
| MATH 1342 - Elementary Statistical Methods (FY)(Offered on a continuous basis) | 3 | 020 |
Second 8 Week Courses
| Course Name | Credit Hours | Core Code | Term Taken | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENGL 1301 - Composition I (FY)(Offered on a continuous basis) | 3 | 010 | ||
| CRIJ 1313 - Juvenile Justice System | 3 | - |
Spring Semester
First 8 Week Courses
| Course Name | Credit Hours | Core Code | Term Taken | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PSYC 2314 - Lifespan Growth and Development (FY)(Offered on a continuous basis) | 3 | - | ||
| SOCW 2361 - Introduction to Social Work | 3 | - |
Second 8 Week Courses
| Course Name | Credit Hours | Core Code | Term Taken | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SOCI 1306 - Social Problems | 3 | - | ||
| SOCW 2362 - Social Welfare as a Social Institution | 3 | - |
Summer Courses
The following courses can also be taken during any Fall or Spring Semester
| Course Name | Credit Hours | Core Code | Term Taken | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SOCI 1301 - Introductory Sociology (FY)(Offered on a continuous basis) | 3 | 090 | ||
| PHIL 2306 - Introduction to Ethics | 3 | 050 |
Second Year (27 Credit Hours Total)
Fall Semester
First 8 Week Courses
| Course Name | Credit Hours | Core Code | Term Taken | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CRIJ 1306 - Court Systems and Practices | 3 | - | ||
| SOCI 2319 - Minority Studies I | 3 | 090 |
Second 8 Week Courses
| Course Name | Credit Hours | Core Code | Term Taken | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PSYC 2308 - Child Psychology | 3 | - | ||
| SOCI 2340 - Drug Use and Abuse | 3 | - | ||
| SOCW 2389 - Academic Cooperative | 3 | - |
Spring Semester
First 8 Week Courses
| Course Name | Credit Hours | Core Code | Term Taken | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SOCI 2301 - Marriage and the Family | 3 | - | ||
| CRIJ 2323 - Legal Aspects of Law Enforcement | 3 | - |
Second 8 Week Courses
| Course Name | Credit Hours | Core Code | Term Taken | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CRIJ 2314 - Criminal Investigation | 3 | - | ||
| SOCI 2336 - Criminology (FY)(Offered on a continuous basis) | 3 | 090 |
Important Notes
Note 1: Must successfully complete the course in order to progress in the AAS Forensic Social Work degree.
Note 2: Meet with an academic advisor to discuss preferred core and degree requirements for your transfer university and for university specific transfer classes.
FY: Course will be offered on a continuous basis so that a student can take the course in any fall or spring semester.
Core Curriculum Numbering: 010-090 represents the Core Curriculum Numbering System.
Educational Outlook
Temple College offers two-degree options in Social Work. The AA in Social Work is designed for students pursuing a Licensed Social Worker designation. The AAS in Forensic Social Work option emphasizes an interdisciplinary approach for investigative and advocacy training related to adult and child abuse and/or neglect cases. Both degree options include 48 to 80 hours of supervised experiential learning. (SOCW 2389 Academic Cooperative) An MOU with the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services has been initiated to qualify graduates from the AAS in Forensic Social Work program to apply for Child Protective Investigation Worker Trainee positions.
Important: Work with an academic advisor to ensure proper course selection for your intended transfer institution and career goals.
Career Outlook
Potential career paths and entry-level salaries in Central Texas:
Child Protection Specialist: $33,956 (Associate Degree)
Salary data based on entry-level jobs in Central Texas from https://texaswages.com/