Pathway to Community Advocacy and Social Policy, BA
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Degree description
The Bachelor of Arts program in community advocacy and social policy focuses on advocacy strategies through an in-depth exploration, analysis and comparison of social service systems and policies from an empowerment perspective.
The program emphasizes examining the needs of historically underserved individuals, families and communities. Policy analysis and social change are critical themes in developing an advocacy knowledge base, as are the equally important themes of prevention and social well-being. Students complete courses in two core areas: diversity and oppressed populations, and social issues and interventions.
While the BA program in community advocacy and social policy is fully accredited regionally under the Higher Learning Commission, it is not accredited through the Council of Social Work Education because it does not lead to a Bachelor of Social Work degree. Students ultimately interested in pursuing a master’s degree in social work can build a strong foundation within this program.
Open to anyone with a high school diploma or GED. Learners participating in this ASU Degree Pathway must complete:
- 12 Credits with a minimum 2.75 GPA if learner is 22 years old or older
- 24 Credits with a minimum 2.75 GPA if learner is under 22 years old
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ASU admission requirements
Degree Pathways are built around ASU's general education requirements, giving you flexibility to choose 4-8 Universal Learner Courses from the categories that apply to your degree pathway.
Universal Learner Courses recommended through Degree Pathways can fulfill both specific degree requirements as well as general education requirements to help you make progress toward your degree.
Required Categories
6 credits
Humanities, Arts and Design
3 credits
Social and Behavioral Sciences
8 credits
Scientific Thinking in Natural Sciences
3 credits
Quantitative Reasoning
3 credits
Mathematics
3 credits
American Institutions
3 credits
Governance and Civic Engagement
3 credits
Global Communities, Societies and Individuals
3 credits
Sustainability
Total Credits: 35 + First-year Composition
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