Core courses enable students to develop interviewing, case management, and intervention
skills, and study topics from mental health to the political, economic and social
conditions affecting disadvantaged populations. A cornerstone of the program is a
supervised full-time field practicum at a human services agency. Students can select
additional courses in areas such as, but not limited to, school social work, addiction,
and working with older adults. The program also hosts a variety of opportunities for
community service and community-based research within the region.
Where You'll Go
Social Work jobs are found in medical centers, nursing homes, senior centers, mental
health and addiction treatment centers, adoption agencies, schools, developmental
centers, group homes, prisons, counseling centers, businesses and child welfare and
social service agencies. Graduates qualify for beginning generalist social work positions
such as a patient discharge planner, case manager, family specialist, or a social
worker who orients residents to a long-term care facility. Students who go on to earn
a master鈥檚 degree can also pursue their Clinical Social Worker License (LCSW) and
qualify for additional positions such as a therapist at a mental health facility,
a forensic interviewer at a hospital, or a clinician in a addictive disorder treatment
center. MSW graduates can also pursue macro social work positions inlcuding executive
directors of not-for-profit agencies, community builders and public policy analysts.
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics identifies social work as one of the fastest growing
careers.
WCU鈥檚 undergraduate Social Work program combines internship experiences with comprehensive
coursework to prepare graduates for careers helping people cope with poverty, abuse
and neglect, addiction, unemployment, disabilities, health problems, mental illness
and other challenges. Graduates of WCU鈥檚 baccalaureate program may secure generalist
social work jobs or apply to graduate school to pursue a Masters of Social Work.
Degree Options
School
College of Health & Human Sciences
Location
Cullowhee Campus
Length
Four-Year (Full Time)
Time to Complete:
120 B.S.W. 鈥� 4 Year Average
Credits:
120 Credit Hours
App Deadline:
Admission through general 蘑菇短视频enrollment; Pre-Social Work application required once
eligible.
More About Our Bachelor of Social Work Program
The B.S.W. program at 蘑菇短视频 prepares students for professional
practice in social service settings, including schools, healthcare, community agencies,
and nonprofits. The program emphasizes ethical practice, cultural competence, social
justice, and evidence-informed approaches to helping individuals, families, and communities.
Students gain hands-on experience through supervised field placements and service-learning
opportunities. Coursework develops skills in assessment, advocacy, policy understanding,
case management, and leadership within human service organizations. Graduates are
prepared for entry-level social work practice and for graduate study in social work
or related fields.
Students develop foundational skills in assessment, intervention, advocacy, and ethical
practice. The program emphasizes cultural humility, social justice, and hands-on experience
through supervised field placements. Graduates are prepared for entry-level social
work practice or further study at the graduate level.
At WCU鈥檚 College of Health & Human Sciences, you鈥檒l combine rigorous coursework with
real-world practice鈥攑reparing to make a difference in health, wellness, and community
service. From state-of-the-art labs and clinics to regional outreach partnerships,
you鈥檒l learn by doing and lead by serving.
Field practicum allows students to develop and master professional skills while engaging
with real clients and community organizations. Students gain critical experience in
social work practice, preparing them for entry-level careers and graduate study.
