The Bachelor of Social Work degree provides a liberal arts foundation with a concentration in social work theory and practice. The BSW program is based on an understanding of human nature and cultural diversity. The student develops generalist, entry level, social work skills for practice with individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities. Every social work major is required to participate in a one year, agency-based field placement, as well as a corresponding classroom seminar.
All students interested in the social work program must schedule an interview with the program admissions committee. These interviews should take place after completion of SW 104, SW 201, CC 100, CC 101, CC 102, PY 101, SO 152, SW 204 or SW 214, and 100 volunteer hours. The bachelor’s degree in the Social Work program is accredited by the Council on Social Work Education. Social Work credit is not given for life or previous work experience.
Requirements: 50 credits
| Required Courses - Social Work Major |
| Course # |
Description |
Credits |
| SW 104 |
Introduction to Social Work |
3 |
| SW 201 |
Introduction to Social Welfare |
3 |
| SW 204 |
Theories and Methods of Practice |
3 |
| SW 214 |
Human Behavior and the Social Environment I |
3 |
| SW 216 |
Human Behavior and the Social Environment II |
3 |
SW 270 |
Cultural Awareness and Human Services |
3 |
SW 302 |
Social Work Practice I |
3 |
| SW 303 |
Social Welfare Policy and Analysis |
3 |
| SW 304 |
Social Work Practice II |
3 |
| SW 307 |
Research Methods for Social Sciences I |
3 |
| SW 309 |
Research Methods II |
3 |
| SW 401 |
Social Work Practice III |
3 |
| SW 402 |
Field Placement I |
3 |
| SW 405 |
Field Placement Seminar I |
3 |
| SW 406 |
Field Placement II |
5 |
| SW 407 |
Field Placement Seminar II |
1 |
| Support Courses |
| BIO 157 |
Contemporary Biology |
4 |
| PY 101 |
Introduction to Psychology |
3 |
| |
An approved statistics course |
|
| SO 152 |
Introduction to Sociology |
3 |
| Electives |
| SW 105 |
Service Learning |
1 |
| SW 110 |
Literacy, Service, and Social Justice |
3 |
| SW 218 |
Forensic Treatment and Correction |
3 |
| SW 226 |
Community Resources and Services |
|
| SW 301 |
Social Work with Women |
3 |
| SW 403 |
no information |
|
| SW 404 |
Death and Dying |
3 |
| SW 430 |
Crisis Intervention |
3 |
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