Social Work Degree

The social work program at Manchester Community College – NH prepares students for careers as an adolescent specialist, child and family social worker, healthcare social worker, mental health and substance abuse social worker, and more. The program focuses on social welfare administration and counseling, as well as studying organized means of providing basic support services for vulnerable individuals and groups. Program courses include: social welfare policy, case work planning, social counseling and intervention strategies, and administrative procedures and regulations. Get more details below including other Connecticut colleges that offer social work degrees.

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Manchester Community College – NH

900 Lafayette Blvd, Bridgeport, CT

Manchester Community College, located in Manchester, Connecticut, is the largest of the 12 community college located in the state. The school began operations in 1963, and currently enrolls over 15,000 students. Due to a variety of programs offered at the school, over 40% of the students enrolled at the school are not from the MCC's primary service area.

Manchester Community College prides itself on offering academic excellence, up to date technology in its classrooms and facilities, small classroom sizes, and a low cost high quality education. To maintain its high standards, the school is constantly looking to revise and update programs and offerings depending on the needs of students and the community.

Academics

Manchester Community College offers a large number of programs. These programs can result in an associate degree or certificate. Students can take programs designed for transfer to a four year institution or they can prepare for a career through technical and vocational training. Certificate programs also prepare individuals for vocational or technical training, but generally lack general education courses, resulting in shorter program lengths. In addition to the programs offered, MCC also provides adult education and continuing education courses for individuals interested in returning to school; or wishing to refresh their education or renew a license or certification.

Programs offered include:

• Graphic Design
• Culinary Arts
• Criminal Justice
• Physical Therapist Assistant
• Business Administration

Admissions and Financial Aid

Students interested in enrolling at Manchester Community College must be a high school or college graduate, or have a GED. Additionally, students must be a resident of Connecticut for a minimum of one year prior to the start of their first class. If the student meets these requirements, he or she may complete and submit the application for enrollment along with any transcripts, test scores and associated fees.

Manchester Community College offers a variety of financial aid options. Interested students should complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) in a timely manner, to guarantee that their financial aid eligibility will be reviewed and any awards disbursed. The financial aid office is in place for students seeking assistance with the application process or have question pertaining to financial aid.

Athletics

The Manchester Community College Cougars compete in Region XXI of Division III of the National Junior College Athletics Association (NJCAA). Currently the school provides programs in women's soccer and basketball and men's basketball. The school places a high importance on athletics, believing it is an important part of the college experience. Manchester Community College is the only community college in Connecticut to offer intercollegiate athletic programs.

Students Enrolled in the Social Work Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Manchester Community College – NH offers an associate's degree program in social work.

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Social and Community Service Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate the activities of a social service program or community outreach organization. Oversee the program or organization's budget and policies regarding participant involvement, program requirements, and benefits. Work may involve directing social workers, counselors, or probation officers.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, social and community service managers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 9.5% from 2014 to 2024

Marriage and Family Therapists

Description

Diagnose and treat mental and emotional disorders, whether cognitive, affective, or behavioral, within the context of marriage and family systems. Apply psychotherapeutic and family systems theories and techniques in the delivery of services to individuals, couples, and families for the purpose of treating such diagnosed nervous and mental disorders.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, marriage and family therapists employment is expected to grow at a rate of 14.8% from 2014 to 2024

Counselors, All Other

Description

All counselors not listed separately.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, counselors, all other employment is expected to grow at a rate of 11.0% from 2014 to 2024

Child, Family, and School Social Workers

Description

Provide social services and assistance to improve the social and psychological functioning of children and their families and to maximize the family well-being and the academic functioning of children. May assist parents, arrange adoptions, and find foster homes for abandoned or abused children. In schools, they address such problems as teenage pregnancy, misbehavior, and truancy. May also advise teachers.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, child, family, and school social workers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 6.2% from 2014 to 2024

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).