The Bachelor in Social Work B.S.W. prepares students for the beginning level of generalist social work practice and graduate social work education. With a strong liberal arts foundation and student centered approach to learning, social work students are able to integrate the knowledge, values, and skills of the profession. Students are prepared to work with diverse and vulnerable populations representing individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities. The expectation is that students understand themselves and the populations they serve from a global perspective, and that they see themselves as professionals who have a responsibility to be life long learners.

Bachelor's in Social Work Degree

Accreditation
The Council on Social Work Education accredits the Social Work Program at William Woods University. The B.S.W. is a recognized degree by employers and graduate schools.

Examples of When Social Workers Become Involved
Children Having Problems in School
Family Members who can no Longer Take Care of Themselves
Individuals who have lost a Loved One
Individuals diagnosed with a Mental Illness
Individuals who are trying to Access the Healthcare System
Individuals who have lost their Employment

Where Social Workers Work
Hospices
Hospitals
Nursing Homes
Homeless Shelters
MR/DD Services
Mental Health Services
Substance Abuse Programs
Criminal and Juvenile Justice Agencies
Domestic Violence Programs
Residential Treatment Programs
Child and Adult Day Care Centers
Schools
Children, Youth, Aging, & Family Services

B.S.W. Graduates Are Trained In
Assessment
Interviewing
Intake/Referral
Service Planning
Case Management
Crisis Intervention
Problem Solving
Program Evaluation
Community Outreach
Advocacy
Research
Networking

WITH A B.S.W. YOU CAN EARN A MASTERS DEGREE
IN SOCIAL WORK M.S.W. IN ONE YEAR