Undergraduate Certificate in Families and Social Welfare

Families are a fundamental part of society. Sociology approaches families by focusing on relational processes like support, socialization, conflict, and intimacy that constitute interactions among family members. It also views the family as a major social institution that interacts closely with others, including education, law, healthcare, religion, the economy, criminal justice, and welfare. The family in its varied forms is key to understanding how inequality is experienced and reproduced in society, as substantial responsibility for caring, nurturing, and raising others is delegated to families. The interplay of these multiple levels-the interpersonal, the institutional, and the structural-also interests sociologists. This certificate provides students a foundation for understanding the complex role of families and family members at multiple levels, as well as the social systems and organizations responsible for supporting families and individuals. The content and methods courses will prepare students for direct service positions working with individuals and families (e.g., human and social services), or research, policy or advocacy positions addressing family issues (e.g., housing, violence and abuse, parenting, social welfare). Students earning the certificate also will be well-positioned to pursue advanced degrees in social work, public health, counseling, law, sociology, or related disciplines.

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You are required to submit complete transcripts from ALL secondary/high schools you have attended even if you did not graduate from the school.
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TOEFL iBT Overall Score 79 (Reading 8 Listening 7 Speaking 18 Writing 16)
IELTS ACADEMIC - 6.5 (Reading 5.5 Listening 5.5 Speaking 5.5 Writing 5.5)