Online Social Work Degree
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A life of service in a career dedicated to helping people and communities navigate problems. Does that sound like your calling?
Earn your social work degree online with Indiana Wesleyan University's Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) program, designed to prepare students to help people in a variety of settings, from schools to hospitals and more. When youth and adults find themselves in life's most difficult situations, social workers are there to help people cope and find real solutions. Social workers often represent marginalized populations, advocate for justice, and help create better policies and practices to serve individuals and communities.
The BSW at Indiana Wesleyan University is a fully accredited online social work degree and bachelor completion program that prepares you for state licensure. This Bachelor of Social Work online degree allows you to study flexibly while gaining the credentials you need for professional practice. You can also choose to continue your education at IWU after completion in the Master of Social Work program.
Our online social work degree offers:
The mission of the Social Work Program is to prepare students for generalist social work practice through the teaching of the knowledge, values, and skills that equip them to be change agents advocating for the dignity and worth of all people and respect for human diversity. The Social Work program develops world changers by instructing students to utilize scientific inquiry, to integrate worldview, faith, and learning into active service that promotes social justice and growth for individuals, families, groups, communities and organizations.
This online bachelor’s in social work program brings IWU's accredited curriculum to you through a virtual classroom tailored to meet the unique needs and experiences of working adults. It delivers IWU's Christian mission and vision, as well as an accredited Social Work program, to everyone. Students receive individual attention from instructors, interact with other students, and are part of the IWU community of learners. Through the use of various media, students are able to learn from real world Social Work scenarios and case studies from instructors who combine academic credentials with professional expertise.
Our social work degree online format provides flexibility for working professionals while maintaining the same rigorous academic standards as our on-campus program. You'll gain practical experience through field placements in your community while completing coursework that fits your schedule. This BSW degree online prepares you to work across diverse settings and populations, with specialized training available in areas like child and family social work.
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These courses contain the program-specific knowledge. Upon completion, you should have the tools to conquer your new career with confidence. For a full list of courses and prerequisites required to complete your degree, please visit the course catalog. Click on a course below to view the description.
PSY-150,SOC-150,SOC-210,BIO-106,BIO-106L,POL-200,ECO-205,SOC-152,SWK-170,SWK-342,SWK-343,SWK-335,SWK-336,PSY-305,SOC-482,SWK-355,SWK-356,SWK-357,SWK-370,SWK-470,SWK-366,SWK-466
After all major coursework is completed each student is required to complete a Field Placement or internship in a social service agency. This placement site is arranged by the Director of Field Education in collaboration with each student, aiming to align with the student’s professional goals and development needs. As such, each student will complete a Social Work Field Placement Application along with an updated resume and personal statement. Students will submit their field placement application to the Director of Field Education. The field placement options are discussed and a tentative plan is created for Field Placement based on the student's interest and needs.
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