Social Work Degree

The social work program at St Philips College 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 Texas colleges that offer social work degrees.

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St Philips College

3001 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX

About
St. Philips College, located in San Antonio, Texas, was founded 1898 as a school for recently freed slaves. The originally provided technical training in sewing on weekends but over the next fifty years grew into a high school then junior college. In 1942 operation of the school was taken over by the city of San Antonio, which kept the St. Phillips Junior College Name. With the formation of the Alamo Community College District, the school changed its name to better represent its role in the community and its program offerings. St. Phillips College is the only institution to be federally designated as a Historically Black College and Hispanic Serving Institution. St. Phillips College serves over 9000 students annually.

Academics
St. Phillips College offers over 70 programs of study resulting in a certificate or associate degree. The large number of programs allow students to choose the academic or career program that best suits their future goals. Academic transfer programs allow students to complete the freshman and sophomore years of a four year education, followed by transfer to a college or university to complete the final two years and earn a bachelor's degree. The requirements for transfer admissions will vary between colleges, and as a result it is recommended students meet with a curriculum that best assists their transfer goals.

Career training programs provide the skills and training necessary to enter the workforce as professionals. Students will study a particular field, obtaining practical and traditional education, ensuring the student has the experience and knowledge required to perform tasks and duties associated with the profession. Programs typically take between one and two years to complete, resulting in a certificate or associate degree demonstrating competency in the field and allowing for immediate employment at the entry level.

Programs offered include:

• Business Administration
• Economics
• History
• Psychology
• Sociology

Admissions and Financial Aid
As an open enrollment institution, any students who meet the minimum requirements for admission will be admitted to the school upon submission of the application for enrollment. Along with the application, students should provide all pertinent transcripts and standardized test scores.  Students may be required to take a placement exam prior to registration. New students are encouraged to participate in orientation and meet with a counselor to discuss goals and outline a program curriculum. Registration takes place before the start of each semester with fees due shortly thereafter.

Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants and scholarships. Students in need of financial assistance must complete the Free Application for Federal Student AID (FAFSA), the resulting student aid report (SAR) from which will be used to determine financial need, program eligibility, and monetary awards. Financial aid must be applied for prior to posted deadlines, and must be reapplied for prior to the start of each academic semester. Students will have to maintain a minimum academic standard to receive financial aid. The school may ask for additional financial documentation in order to verify the accuracy of the SAR prior to the disbursement of funds.

Student Life
St. Phillips College is located in San Antonio which provides access to a large number of cultural and extracurricular resources. Students are encouraged to visit museums, festivals, and shows that take place in the area throughout the year. On campus, the school offers athletic programs and a large number of clubs and organizations, allowing students to pursue interests with like minded individuals. The school's E.L. Turbon Student Center provides a location for gathering, offering games, refreshments, meeting areas and a performing venue. Student life is encouraged through the posting of events on and off campus, providing students with information necessary to pursue non-academic interests.

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

Salary & Wages

• Austin-Round Rock, TX
  • Total Employment: 420
  • Average Hourly Rate: $36.80
  • Average Annual Salary: $76540

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

Salary & Wages

• Austin-Round Rock, TX
  • Total Employment: 290
  • Average Hourly Rate: $29.52
  • Average Annual Salary: $61400

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

Salary & Wages

• Austin-Round Rock, TX
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Hourly Rate: $20.60
  • Average Annual Salary: $42850

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