online bsSW degree
online bsSW degree
Bachelor's degree
4 years
Approximate Program Length
120
Total Credits
$398
Cost per Credit
Online
Format
Strengthen your community by addressing social problems and advocating for social justice
Understand and influence the policies and systems that affect people
Gain a well-rounded, versatile social work foundation that can translate to a variety of practice settings
Develop skills in working with individuals, families, organizations and communities
Understand social welfare policy and applicable laws
To learn more about field education, preparation and placement, view the BSSW Field Education Handbook.
There is no in-person residency requirement for the BSSW. To learn more about class requirements and to gain a general program overview, view the BSSW Program Handbook.
When you earn your online bachelor of social work, you’ll be equipped with a concrete set of skills you can apply on the job.
Topics covered in this degree include:
Your academic counselor will help you schedule courses for your online bachelor of social work.
The Bachelor of Science in Social Work (BSSW) is an undergraduate degree program that provides a foundation in social work theory and teaches the application of professional social work values, principles, standards and techniques to educationally prepare graduates to pursue state licensure or certification as a bachelor’s-level social worker in select states. Licensure requirements vary by state. There may be additional qualifications and/or disqualifications applicable in order to become a social worker. See the licensure requirements and contact information for your state.
A BSSW can prepare you to be a:
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the job growth for social workers is projected to be faster than average between 2021 and 2031. However, it is important to note that this job growth accounts for career outcomes for professionals in bachelor’s and master’s prepared roles.
BLS projections are not specific to University of Phoenix students or graduates.
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Credit transfer made easy
Earn your degree faster, and for less, with eligible transfer credits.
Earn your degree without starting from scratch. Have previous relevant work and life experience evaluated for potential credit.
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Work toward your degree without giving up what matters most. Start your degree year-round and take one class at a time.
Enroll in online classes and attend class whenever it fits your life, day or night.
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University of Phoenix’s Bachelor of Science in Social Work is accredited by the Council on Social Work Education’s Commission on Accreditation.
Accreditation of a baccalaureate or master’s social work program by the Council on Social Work Education’ Commission on Accreditation indicates that it meets or exceeds criteria for the assessment of program quality evaluated through a peer review process. An accredited program has sufficient resources to meet its mission and goals and the Commission on Accreditation has verified that it demonstrates compliance with all sections of the Educational Policy and Accreditation Standards.
Accreditation applies to all program sites and program delivery methods of an accredited program. Accreditation provides reasonable assurance about the quality of the program and the competence of students graduating from the program.
For more information about social work accreditation, you may contact Accreditation.
Social work addresses social problems and advocates for social justice. Earning our social work degree online helps prepare you to work with individuals, families, groups, organizations and communities toward these goals.
A degree in social work, along with the appropriate licensure in your state, could open opportunities in the field of social work, such as family protection specialist, foster care social worker and youth services specialist. You could work in settings such as child protective services, healthcare agencies and community outreach and advocacy organizations.
Many social work professionals work in government and non-profit settings, but graduates gain a well-rounded, versatile social work foundation that can translate to a variety of practice settings.
Our online social work degree is designed specifically so that working professionals like you can earn it without leaving your current role. The degree helps students build a strong foundation in social work while teaching the leadership skills to help prepare you for a career in the field.
You’ll learn from faculty who are currently working in the public sector, and you’ll be able to join our large alumni network. Experience flexible learning that includes 5-week online courses and robust resources and support for your local community-based field placement.
The BSSW program provides the academic preparation for bachelor’s level social work licensure or certification in select states. Students must meet the licensure requirements in any state in which they desire to practice.
Bachelor’s level social work licensure or certification requirements vary by state. Program requirements may change based upon your home state’s agency licensure requirements. Please visit the social work licensure page for state specific requirements prior to reaching out to your state agency.
*While widely available, not all programs are available to residents of all states. Please check with a University Enrollment Representative.
Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) projections are not specific to University of Phoenix students or graduates.