Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Social Work (BSSW) 48 months Undergraduate Programme By Florida International University |TopUniversities
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Programme Duration

48 monthsProgramme duration

Main Subject Area

SociologyMain Subject Area

Programme overview

Main Subject

Sociology

Degree

Other

Study Level

Undergraduate

The Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Social Work (BSSW) Program prepares students to provide services to individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities, including case management, assessments, treatment planning, and goal setting. Students learn the foundation social work skills and theories that assist clients in their daily lives. The Program emphasizes the ability to work with diverse clients in a variety of settings and examines how individuals, families, groups, organizations and communities impact one another. Students develop critical thinking skills and become familiar with research-based practice as well as social justice issues. Students may complete the BSSW on a full-time or part-time basis. The BSSW Program is accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE). Career Opportunities Related Occupations: ? Child, Family, and School Social Workers (often need Master?s degree) ? Social and Community Service Managers ? Substance Abuse and Behavioral Disorder Counselors ? Mental Health Counselors (often need Master?s degree) ? Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists ? Social and Human Service Assistants ? Healthcare Social Workers (often need Master?s degree) ? Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers (often need Master?s degree) ? Marriage and Family Therapists (need Master?s degree)

Programme overview

Main Subject

Sociology

Degree

Other

Study Level

Undergraduate

The Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Social Work (BSSW) Program prepares students to provide services to individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities, including case management, assessments, treatment planning, and goal setting. Students learn the foundation social work skills and theories that assist clients in their daily lives. The Program emphasizes the ability to work with diverse clients in a variety of settings and examines how individuals, families, groups, organizations and communities impact one another. Students develop critical thinking skills and become familiar with research-based practice as well as social justice issues. Students may complete the BSSW on a full-time or part-time basis. The BSSW Program is accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE). Career Opportunities Related Occupations: ? Child, Family, and School Social Workers (often need Master?s degree) ? Social and Community Service Managers ? Substance Abuse and Behavioral Disorder Counselors ? Mental Health Counselors (often need Master?s degree) ? Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists ? Social and Human Service Assistants ? Healthcare Social Workers (often need Master?s degree) ? Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers (often need Master?s degree) ? Marriage and Family Therapists (need Master?s degree)

Admission Requirements

5+
Applicants must have completed 4 years of high school in the United States or other English-speaking countries or an international high school that is accredited by a U.S. regional accrediting body. Other English Language Requirements: TOEFL Paper-based: 550.

48 Months
Jan-2000

Tuition fees

Domestic
0 USD
International
0 USD

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