Developing Tomorrow's Leaders
The Child Welfare minor is designed for students interested in better understanding the care and protaction of children in today's society. It introduces students to issues specific to children, from developmental, environmental, and social work perspectives. It is an appropriate minor for any student who will be working in roles that involve protecting vulnerable children.
3 credits from:
3 credits from:
AND
The Gerontology minor is designed for students interested in working with the aging population. The minor offers students exposure to a range of aging concepts that will prepare them to work with an increasingly aging population. It is an appropriate minor for any student who will be working with older adults in his or her career.
6 credits from either:
OR
3 credits from:
The Social Welfare minor prepares students interested in better understanding social welfare systems. The minor offers information on organizations, social policies, and service provision as viewed from a systems perspective.
Dr. Nancy Sidell
Social Work Program Director
(570) 662 - 4489
211 Pinecrest
Dr. John Mansfield
Department Chairperson
(570) 662 - 4483
209 Pinecrest
Gayle M. Thompson
Secretary
(570) 662 - 4661
213 Pinecrest
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