Promote individual and social change as a USJ Social Work student
USJ’s Social Work program educates generalist social workers who, guided by professional ethics and standards, use culturally competent research and practice to promote individual and social change. Consistent with our core values, USJ has prioritized the employment of our graduates, while simultaneously meeting the needs of the market.
As a USJ Social Work major, you receive a solid academic foundation that prepares you to be a leader in an emerging area of social work practice with an optional concentration in:
Please use this academic map as a reference guide. Academic advisors are always available to discuss the required courses depending on each student’s needs.
Accreditation
The University of Saint Joseph Masters in Social Work program was fully reaccredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) at the February 2020 meeting of the Commission on Accreditation. The accreditation is for eight years until 2028.
BSW Outcomes
Assessment Data Collected during the Academic Year (2022-2023)
All Council on Social Work Education programs measure and report student learning outcomes. Students are assessed on their mastery of the competencies that comprise the accreditation standards of the Council on Social Work Education. These competencies are dimensions of social work practice that all social workers are expected to master during their professional training. A measurement benchmark is set by the social work programs for each competency. An assessment score at or above that benchmark is considered by the program to represent mastery of that particular competency.
Social Work majors complete two full academic year internships. Undergraduates have previously interned with USJ’s Counseling and Psychological Services, West Hartford, and Hartford schools, local town youth services bureaus, social services agencies, Hartford Hospital, and more. BSW graduates who are dedicated to making a difference in their communities can pursue a wide range of careers in social work, including social services, criminal justice, elder services, first responder, healthcare, program director, schools, clinical counselor, and more.
Advantages
Social Work is one of the fastest-growing professions in the United States with a need for professionals skilled in crisis management, community development, and more. At USJ, learn to empower individuals, strengthening families and communities, policies, global civil society based on human rights, fundamental freedoms, and social and economic opportunities for all persons.
Clubs and Organizations
Social Work Alliance (SWA) | Hispanic Student Union (HSU) | Working on Wellness (WOW)
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