Degree
Bachelor of Science with a major in Social WorkContact
Mission
To provide transformative and collaborative learning that embraces the values of social inclusion and promotes enhanced quality of life for individuals and communities.
Major Description
The 911±¬ÁÏÍøºìÁì½í Bachelor’s in Social Work degree prepares generalist social work professionals for employment in a wide and varied range of social service, health, mental health, and community-based settings. BSW-prepared social workers acquire critical thinking and problem-solving skills to work effectively with a range of individuals and diverse populations. The program instills values that foster students’ commitment to support individuals, families, and communities to improve their lives. Students will also develop the skills to participate in transforming lives by promoting social justice, cultural diversity and human dignity. BSW graduates are committed to lifelong learning and to working in partnership with others to improve the quality of life for all people. As BSW graduate, it is possible to accelerate into our MSW program and complete your Master's degree in one year. Experiential education is one of the hallmarks of social work education and is realized through two sequential Field Practicum courses; BSW 410 and BSW 440. Both courses provide 450 hours over two semesters in agency/organization settings.
Curricular Requirements
WCHP Common Curriculum |
CREDITS |
|---|---|
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BIO 104/104L – General Biology |
4 |
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BUEC 203 – Macroeconomics |
3 |
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ENG 110 – English Composition or ENG 122/123 - College Reading & Writing I/II |
4-6 |
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EXS 120 – Personal Health & Wellness |
3 |
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IHS 130 – Interprofessional Health Care First Year Experience |
3 |
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IHS 310 – Ethics for Interprofessional Practice |
3 |
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MAT 120/150 – Statistics |
3 |
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PSY 105 – Introduction to Psychology |
3 |
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PSY 205 - Abnormal Psychology |
3 |
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PSY 250 – Lifespan Development |
3 |
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SOC 150 – Introduction to Sociology |
3 |
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SOC 240 - Race, Class, & Gender |
3 |
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SPC 100 - Introduction to Speech |
3 |
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Creative Arts Course (ARH/ART/MUS) |
3 |
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Explorations Course |
3 |
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Social Global Awareness Course |
3 |
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Advanced Humanities |
3 |
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Political Science Elective |
3 |
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Human Behavior Elective |
3 |
| Subtotal | 59-61 |
Social Work Major Requirements |
CREDITS |
|---|---|
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HWOS 341 – Health and Wellness in an Aging Society |
3 |
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HWOS 434 – Substance Abuse and Prevention |
3 |
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SSW 200 – Introduction to Social Work |
3 |
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SSW 300 – Human Behavior and Social Work Theory I |
3 |
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SSW 310 – Social Welfare Policy and Advocacy I |
3 |
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SSW 320 – Human Behavior and Social Work Theory II |
3 |
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SSW 330 – Social Welfare Policy and Advocacy II |
3 |
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SSW 340 – Research Methods for Evidence-based Practice |
3< |