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Social Work Professional Major The major in social work, leading to the Bachelor of Social Work BSW degree, offers a significant opportunity for students who seek careers in the human services. The BSW program prepares students for entry-level professional practice in social work and provides educational preparation applicable to a wide range of positions in the human services. It also provides preparation for graduate social work education and informed citizenship. Graduates of the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay BSW degree program secure positions in programs serving populations in need, including the elderly, children and their families, persons with developmental and other disabilities, the economically dependent, juvenile and adult offenders, and substance dependent persons. Social work majors may elect to enroll in a child welfare sequence and receive a stipend. The sequence will prepare students for careers in child welfare practice. Stipends for practice placements in public and tribal child welfare agencies are available selectively to qualified students. For more information on the requirements contact the Office of Social Work. The BSW program is accredited by the Council on Social Work Education. 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 on line and available from the Office of Social Work. To apply to the BSW degree program, students must first complete 27 credits, including two supporting courses for the major (listed in Requirements for the Major), with an overall cumulative grade point average of at least 2.5. They must also demonstrate an interest in the profession and in working with people. Each year a limited number of students are admitted to the major. The social work faculty consider the following criteria when making decisions on admission: cumulative grade point average, prior work and volunteer experience, two letters of reference, performance in social work and supporting courses, writing skills and understanding of one's suitability for the profession as demonstrated on a personal statement or interview. Prospective social work majors should seek advising early from social work faculty. Revised June 8, 2006