A minor is a secondary field of academic study that allows students to broaden their knowledge, enhance their major field of study, or pursue a personal interest without committing to another major, while still obtaining a credential on their transcript.
To receive a minor (15 - 24 units) at Northern Arizona University, you must complete a planned group of courses in a specific discipline or interdisciplinary area with a cumulative grade point average of at least 2.0 that is earned in conjunction with a bachelor's degree. At least 12 units of the minor must be unique to that minor and not applied to any other minor.
In addition to University Requirements:
Students may be able to use some courses to meet more than one requirement. Contact your advisor for details.
No more than fifty percent of the units used to satisfy minor requirements may be used to satisfy major requirements.
| Minimum Units for Completion | 18 |
Purpose Statement
With a minor in social work, you can expand your current major by applying knowledge on social policy, practice, and special topics in social work. The Social Work minor provides students with the knowledge, values, and skills necessary to make a positive impact on an individual, community, and global level. The values of individual worth, human dignity, the elimination of oppression, and practice with diverse populations are the focus of the minor.
Student Learning Outcomes
Take the following 18 units:
Students enrolled in this minor may not enroll in or pursue the following:
Some courses may have prerequisites. For prerequisite information, click on the course or see your advisor.