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Be the reason someone believes in a better tomorrow.
The Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) program provides a strong foundation in social work values, ethics, and practice, with a focus on diversity, social justice, and supporting populations-at-risk. Students gain knowledge in human behavior, social policy, and research, with a unique focus on working with families. The program includes experiential learning through a practicum (internship) to develop skill-building and offer real-world experience in agency settings to prepare graduates for impactful careers.
Social Work Curriculum and Courses
Accredited by the Council on Social Work Education, this program provides a professional foundation in social work values and ethics, diversity, economic and social justice, populations-at-risk, human behavior, and the social environment, social welfare policy and services, social work practice, social work research, and field practice. A few of the courses you will take in this major include:
- FSW 206 Social Policies and Programs to Promote Social Justice
- FSW 304 Professionalism and Ethics for Practice
- FSW 306 Trauma Responsive Assessment and Intervention
- FSW 415 Culturally-Informed Engagement
- FSW 418 Program Development and Evaluation
Social Work Admissions Requirements
Get started with your social work degree today!
Students must take FSW 201 and FSW 206 and earn a grade of “C” or better, and complete a social work orientation session, before being formally accepted into the major. Early in students’ college career, we recommend taking FSW 201, FSW 206, and FSW 261. It is recommended to take FSW 304 before FSW 306, FSW 406, and entering senior social work practicum.
In our classes, we talk about challenging experiences and how to respond to those challenges. You also get to apply what you learned, and you gain an appreciation for the process of generating knowledge.
Mary Martin ’18
Facts and Stats
Your college experience here will be one of the most exciting times of your life. To make sure of this, we’ll provide you with a powerful support system.
First-time pass rate after taking the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) exams
Miami University Data
Among Public Universities in the United States for Four-Year Graduation Rate
OIRE
of 2022 Graduates Were Employed or Continuing Their Education By Fall 2022
OIRE
Additional Opportunities for Social Work Majors
What’s unique about the Social Work Major at Miami University?
Hear firsthand accounts from students and faculty about why Miami stands out, the unique integration of social work and family science curriculums, and the invaluable practical experience gained through the program’s extensive practicum.
Family Life Education Certification
BSW graduates are eligible to apply for provisional certification as a Family Life Educator from National Council on Family Relations. The certification emphasizes academic preparation and experience to enable the individual to design and implement curricula and other family life education programs.
Advanced Standing MSW Program (4+1)
Graduates of our program are eligible for advanced standing and can complete their master’s degree in social work in one year.
This is Where Your Journey to Miami University Begins
Explore what it means to be a college student at Miami University in Oxford, Ohio, where students prepare to go anywhere and everywhere. We’ll be here to help every step of the way as you prepare for college admission, enrollment, and success.
Contact Us
Amy Roberts, Ph.D.
Associate Professor/BSW Director
Department of Family Science and Social Work
McGuffey Hall 101J
210 E. Spring St.,
Oxford, OH 45056
513-529-2323
socialwork@MiamiOH.edu