Social Work
Professional Major (Bachelor of Social Work)
Professor - Judith Martin
Associate Professor - Anne Kok (chair)
Assistant Professors - Kevin Roeder, Jolanda Sallmann
Lecturer - Candy Conard
Web site: http://www.uwgb.edu/socwork/
Social work is an exciting and dynamic profession whose practitioners take pride in helping others and working for social justice. The major in social work, leading to the Bachelor of Social Work (B.S.W.) degree prepares a graduate for a career in human services working with a broad range of individuals, families, organizations, and communities. Graduates will be able to serve in a variety of social work roles including direct practice with clients, advocacy, and program and policy development.
Graduates of the UW-Green Bay social work program secure positions in programs serving populations that include the elderly, children and their families, persons challenged by developmental and other disabilities, juvenile and adult offenders, persons experiencing mental or physical health issues, and other groups identified in this ever evolving field.
The social work professional program has full accreditation from the Council on Social Work Education. The B.S.W. degree from UW-Green Bay allows the graduate to obtain state certification and provides a broad range of employment opportunities.
Majors may elect to enroll in the child welfare sequence, preparing for a career in child welfare practice. Tuition stipends for practicum placements in public and tribal child welfare agencies are available.
A Bachelor of Social Work degree provides advanced status for students seeking a Master's Degree in Social Work.
Program Entry Requirements
Students who wish to major in social work must make formal application for admission to the program. This applies to those transferring from other institutions as well as students continuing at UW-Green Bay. Application materials are available from the Social Work office.
To apply to the B.S.W. degree program, students must first complete 27 credits, including four supporting courses for the major, with an overall cumulative grade point average of at least 2.5. Applicants must also have demonstrated an interest in the profession by volunteering in the field or through relevant employment, as indicated by letters of reference. A caregiver background check is part of the application process.
Prospective social work majors should seek early advising from social work faculty.