This degree is for compassionate people who want to understand human behavior and support vulnerable communities. You’ll study social systems, practice critical thinking, and learn how to advocate for social justice. It prepares you to transfer toward a bachelor’s in social work, counseling, or human services.
Visit the College of Social ScienceIf you have less than 24 credits from another college, you will need to complete placement testing.
Requirements:
Entrance into HEALTH SCIENCE MAJORS is dependent upon adequate academic qualifications.
All applicants must first be accepted into the University and take the Accuplacer before they will be considered for acceptance to a health science program. These programs of study are
Acceptance involves an evaluation of candidates in terms of academic grades, test scores, class rank, and in some instances, personal interview. An admission committee comprising of the Dean of Health Science and Human performance and the appropriate health program director. Applicants must file all required credentials prior to evaluation. For more information, please visit the Nursing and Information and Announcement page and the Selective Health Sciences and Nursing Applications page.
Coursework cuts out general education requirements and teaches highly specific, practical skills relevant to your industry.
Easily move credits in or out of VU, we are the perfect beginning for your academic goals.
VU's affordable tuition helps you invest in your future without the heavy financial burden.
Combine Indiana’s lowest-cost tuition with a high-value degree designed to accelerate your income growth and build a strong financial foundation.
This associate's degree does not lead directly to a career. Graduates of the program typically continue their education to earn bachelor's and master's degrees in social work, opening doors to a wide array of career possibilities in the field.
Examples of social work roles include:
The Social Work, A.S. is designed for transfer and not direct entry into the workforce.
Vincennes University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC).
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Vincennes University is authorized as a postsecondary educational institution by the State of Indiana.
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