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Make A Difference In Your Community With A Bachelor of Social Work Degree
Caring for the mental and emotional well-being of ourselves and others is becoming more and more important each day. That’s why National University’s Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) degree program is specifically designed to support the needs of our students for critical anti-racist entry-level generalist practice with individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities.
The BSW is designed to make a difference in our communities by focusing on diversity, equity, and inclusion. The program delves into the historic roots of social justice in order to equip you with the tools and strength-based competencies to become a proficient social worker and an inspiration to others. Through courses and field experience, students gain the knowledge, skills, and values essential for equity-focused generalist practice in a variety of social work settings.
NU’s Bachelor of Social Work also offers a bridge program to the Masters of Social Work degree so you can complete your education and begin a rewarding career in less time.
The Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) accredits public and private schools, colleges, and universities in the U.S.
NU’s Bachelor of Social Work is currently in pre-candidacy for accreditation by the Council on Social Work Education’s (CSWE) Board of Accreditation (BOA). Pre-candidacy applies to all program options, which includes locations and delivery methods. Accreditation provides reasonable assurance about the quality of the program and the competence of students graduating from the program.
Review the National University’s Bachelor of Social Work’s pre-candidacy status in CSWE’s Directory of Accredited Programs. For more information about social work accreditation, contact CSWE’s Department of Social Work Accreditation.
Course Details
Course Listing
Preparation for the Major
- 3 courses, 9 semester units units
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Required Courses
- 19 courses, 82.5 quarter units
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Choose between the following two MTH courses:
Electives
- 5 courses, 9 quarter units
Choose two upper-level electives from the following:
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Degree and Course Requirements
To receive a Bachelor of Social Work students must complete at least 180 quarter units as articulated below, 76.5 of which must be completed at the upper-division level, and a minimum 69 units of the University General Education requirements.
In the absence of transfer credit, additional general electives may be necessary to satisfy total units for the degree. The following courses are specific degree requirements. Refer to the section of undergraduate admission procedures for specific information regarding admission and evaluation.
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of National University’s BS in Social Work, you’ll be able to:
- Demonstrate Ethical and Professional Behavior.
- Advance Human Rights and Social, Racial, Economic, and Environmental Justice.
- Practice Anti-Racism, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (ADEI).
- Engage in Practice-Informed Research and Research-Informed Practice.
- Interact with Individuals, Families, Groups, Organizations, and Communities.
- Assess Individuals, Families, Groups, Organizations, and Communities.
- Intervene with Individuals, Families, Groups, Organizations, and Communities.
- Evaluate Practice with Individuals, Families, Groups, Organizations, and Communities
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