Dudkina M.V. 1
1 I. Yakovlev Chuvash State Pedagogical University
The article considers the concept of common culture; the students’ comprehension of general culture content of such a specialist as a social teacher is studied. The characteristic features of general culture are given. The main prerequisite for successful performing professional functions by a teacher is common culture, since the developed common culture of future social teachers is the basis of their professional development. To ensure a high level of professionalism the cultural basis of professional activity is necessary: a professional needs to combine such qualities of general culture, which contribute to successful performing professional functions by a social teacher. Results of the research demonstrated the need to deepen and broaden the knowledge of students about the general culture of a social pedagogue.