Bachelor of Arts in Social Work and Counseling

Key Knowledge and Skills to be Acquired:

Understanding social work values, ethics, human behavior, and social systems.

Learning major counseling approaches (person-centered, cognitive-behavioral, crisis counseling, group counseling).

Developing skills in therapeutic communication, empathy, and rapport-building.

Understanding psychological well-being, mental health conditions, and factors influencing behavior across the lifespan.

Supporting clients dealing with trauma, abuse, addiction, grief, or emotional distress.

Working with communities to identify needs, mobilize resources, and implement development programs.

Applying ethical standards, maintaining confidentiality, and practicing professionalism in real-world scenarios.

Requirements

Secondary school or Statement with 5 O' level Credit or better and that should include Maths,English, Science or Biology and any other two subjects.

Course description

The Bachelor of Arts in Social Work and Counseling is an undergraduate program designed to prepare students to support individuals, families, and communities through professional social work practice and evidence-based counseling techniques. The program provides a strong foundation in human behavior, social systems, mental health, and community development, while equipping students with therapeutic communication, assessment, and intervention skills. Students learn how to counsel clients facing emotional, behavioral, or social challenges and how to advocate for vulnerable populations within social welfare systems. The course emphasizes ethics, professional conduct, and hands-on fieldwork, giving students real-world experience in schools, clinics, NGOs, community centers, and social service agencies. Graduates are prepared for roles in counseling, social support services, community development, case management, and related human service fields.

Foundations of Social Work Practice

Clinical Assessment & Case ManagementCounseling Theories & Techniques

Assessment, Intervention & Case Management

Mental Health, Human Development & Psychosocial Support

Community Development & Social Welfare Systems

Fieldwork, Professional Practice & Ethical Decision-Making

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