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Programs

Social Work

Welcome to our social work program. Let us prepare you for a rewarding career in social work. Explore our site to discover how we can help you achieve your goals.

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program details

Courses
Total = 64 Hours
Fall Semester
BIO 1101 - Biology for Non-Majors 4 Cr. Hrs.
CSCI 1101 - Introduction to Computers or Elective 3 Cr. Hrs.
ENGL 1101 - Rhetoric and Composition I 3 Cr. Hrs.
SOCI 2103 - Introduction to Social Work 3 Cr. Hrs.
Elective 3 Cr. Hrs.
Total 16 Cr. Hrs.
Spring Semester
ENGL 1102 - Rhetoric and Composition II 3 Cr. Hrs.
HEA 1101 - Health Education 2 Cr. Hrs.
PSYC 2101 - Introduction to Psychology 3 Cr. Hrs.
SOCI 2101 - Social Problems 3 Cr. Hrs.
Fine Arts 3 Cr. Hrs.
Elective 3 Cr. Hrs.
Total 17 Cr. Hrs.
Fall Semester
COMM 1101 - Principles of Effective Speaking 3 Cr. Hrs.
ECON 2101 - Principles of Economics I 3 Cr. Hrs.
MATH 1111 - Statistics 4 Cr. Hrs.
SOCI 2102 - Marriage and the Family 3 Cr. Hrs.
Humanities 3 Cr. Hrs.
Total 16 Cr. Hrs.
Spring Semester
ANTH 1101 - Cultural Anthropology 3 Cr. Hrs.
PSYC 2102 - Child Psychology 3 Cr. Hrs.
SOCI 1101 - Introduction to Sociology 3 Cr. Hrs.
Fine Arts / Humanities 3 Cr. Hrs.
Physical Science 3 Cr. Hrs.
Total 15 Cr. Hrs.
Costs & How To Pay

Tuition & Fees at RLC

Payments on student accounts must be made by the deadline included on the student statement.

  • Fall: July 15
  • Spring: December 15
  • Summer: May 15

Students who do not make payments by this deadline may be dropped from their classes.

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Program Outcomes

1. Students will demonstrate knowledge of the fundamentals of generalist social work practice by applying key terms, concepts and theories.

2. Students will identify the ethical values and standards of the social work profession.

3. Students will apply critical thinking skills in relation to client needs and situations through the use of case studies and scenarios.

4. Students will discuss the skills and abilities needed to advocate for human rights and social justice.

5. Students will identify at-risk populations.

6. Students will recognize the importance of human diversity.
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Transfer Information

Students who graduate with an Associate Degree can transfer their credits to a university and pursue a Bachelor's degree and beyond. 

Articulation agreements - also known as Transfer Guides - document the pathway between RLC and the university. Historically, RLC has built articulation agreements with midwestern universities. However, students have worked with both institutions to build a pathway.   

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Transfer Guides

We have guides that document a pathway between your degree at RLC and many universities.

Accreditation

Quality Education. Guaranteed.

Since 1969, Rend Lake College has been accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), one of six regional accreditors in the United States. Accreditation is vital to what we do. It serves as a measure of quality, allows us to access and distribute federal student aid, facilitates the transfer of classes between institutions and more. The Higher Learning Commission is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.

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Arts & Sciences Division

Phone: (618) 437-5321 ext. 1263

Email: ArtsSciences@rlc.edu

Address: 468 N. Ken Gray Parkway, Ina, IL 62846 Attn: Arts & Sciences

Fax Number: (618) 437-5677 Attn: Arts & Sciences