Social Work

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Be the Voice for Change.

The Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) at Springfield College prepares students for professional, responsible, ethical, and competent entry-level generalist social work practice in a wide range of settings. Graduates will possess the skills, knowledge, values, and cognitive and affective processes to effectively work at the direct practice level. The program also challenges students to engage and intervene with larger community and political issues that contribute to human suffering among individuals, communities, and global societies. Students are challenged to understand themselves as change agents in society, committed to social, economic, and environmental justice, and equipped to defend the dignity and worth of all human beings.

For students who seek to make a difference in the lives of others, there is no better time to earn their bachelor's degree in social work. With the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics predicting overall employment of social workers to grow 9% by 2031, students who earn a degree in social work from Springfield College will be prepared to enter the workforce.

Because our program is fully accredited by the Council on Social Work Education, graduates are eligible for entrance into a one-year Advanced Standing MSW. The Advanced Standing: MSW can be completed here at Springfield College (where we have streamlined the application process) or at any school in the country (for students who live out-of-state this is a very valuable opportunity).

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Jordan Cody ’24, MSW’25

"I can say without hesitation that I would not be the social worker I am today without the education and experiences I received at Springfield College. The faculty in the Social Work Department shaped me in ways that extended far beyond academics."

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"Choosing Social Work as my major was undoubtedly the best decision I could have made in my time at Springfield College. I think my favorite thing about my major is the overall community that it offers. When you join the Bachelor of Social Work program, you are immediately welcomed into what feels like a family of students and staff members." Emily Hyjek '25

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The Springfield College Bachelor of Social Work program is accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE), the official accrediting body for social work programs in the U.S. This enables graduates to take professional social work licensure examinations in all 50 states.

What do social workers do?

Many social workers work to create change in society.

Have you ever felt the need to leave your mark? Social work is an excellent way to make an impact on the world around you. Many social workers seek opportunities to apply their skills to social worker jobs in legislation, positions in the foster care system, serving in an advocacy role, or finding a way to implement their social work skills into the world of philanthropy. Furthermore, social workers serve as advocates for social justice, striving to aid oppressed populations.

The world is a better place because of social workers. They think about solutions from the perspective of the individuals with whom they work and constantly strive to improve their communities, one person at a time.

Our Mission

Through the teaching of social work practice and knowledge informed by research and practice wisdom, the BSW program at Springfield College prepares individuals to meet universal human needs in order to engender mutually beneficial interaction between individuals and societal systems at all levels, locally, regionally, nationally, and globally, with respect for diversity and enhancement of quality of life for all, based on principles of economic and social justice, dignity, and human rights.

Studying Social Work at Springfield College

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Major Curriculum

Faculty and Staff

Incoming first year Springfield College students participate in June Orientation on Alden Street — Core Curriculum

Our curriculum is designed in faithfulness to the Springfield College mission and to further strengthen the Humanics philosophy of educating students in spirit, mind, and body.

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Student at the Learning Commons — Career Center

The Career Center’s mission is to educate, inspire, and empower students and alumni to effectively make well-informed career decisions. The staff is committed to student learning and development, and offers a variety of opportunities and programming for students and alumni.

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Academic Success

Academic Success offers readily and easily accessible services including support in writing, mathematics, science, subject area tutoring, learning strategies and time management counseling, and assistance for students with documented disabilities.

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