Overview
About the Program
Assess client needs; plan and implement direct and indirect services for individuals and families; make referrals and enable linkage to social service agencies; advocate for client rights and services; and provide case management within the context of a multidisciplinary team.
Graduates who have successfully completed the program are eligible to apply for the credential for the Social Work Assistant (SWA) via the Ohio Counselor, Social Worker, and Marriage and Family Therapist Board (CSWMFT).
Learning Outcomes
- Demonstrate knowledge of counseling and interviewing strategies which includes the use of active listening skills.
- Demonstrate an understanding of ethnic and cultural diversity.
- Display fundamental knowledge of social work theory and values, ethical guidelines, and legal regulations.
- Demonstrate professional behavior in accordance with social work practices.
- Demonstrate knowledge of psychopathology, case management, community resources, addictions theories, and family systems.
Application Requirements
- MTC Application for Admission and nonrefundable application fee.
- Final high school transcript (or GED results) and college transcripts (if applicable).
- Successful completion of the American College Test (ACT) with a minimum composite score of 15.
- Successful completion of the Basic Skills Assessment (ACCUPLACER) and Technology Skills Test (TST) is required. Any college foundation courses recommended by placement assessment results are also required.
Career Opportunities
- Case Manager
- Chemical Dependency Counselor Assistant
- Family Services Advocate
- Human Services Employee
- Mental Health Technician
- Social Worker Assistant
- Rehabilitation Specialist
Curriculum
The following is a typical course sequence for completing this program. The actual time needed to complete the program will vary according to each student’s individual needs.
Note: Per program policy, a minimum grade of "C" is required to pass all HSS courses.
Approved HSS Course Electives: HSS2610 Crisis Intervention, 3 credits; HSS2620 Aging, 3 credits; HSS2630 CD: Ethics, 3 credit; HSS2640 CD: Intro to Pharmacology, 3 credits; HSS2650 Juvenile Delinquency, 3 credits; HSS2660 CD: Etiology, Assessment, Diagnosis and Treatment Modalities, 3 credits; HSS2680 Orientation to Deafness, 3 credits; CRJ1600 Intro to Corrections, 3 credits; NUR1003 Nurse Aid Training (STNA), 4 credits.
First Semester
Second Semester
Third Semester
Fourth Semester
Total Credit Hours: 65