Department of Social Work
What is Social Work?
Social workers are united by a passion for helping others. We take on the challenge of promoting social and economic justice, not only in our own backyards, but in the world community. Social work is the profession that advocates for at-risk populations and organizes communities to deal effectively with social problems. Social work majors learn practice skills such as interviewing, assessment, relationship-building, crisis intervention, case management and community organizing from professors with professional experience. They study human behavior, professional ethics, diverse populations, social policy, and research. Social workers work with individuals of all ages, families, groups, organizations and communities. They work in settings such as mental health centers, adoption agencies, hospitals, residential treatment facilities, homeless and domestic violence shelters, correctional facilities, and schools. Graduates are eligible to apply to become Licensed Social Workers in the state of Ohio and in other states that license BSW-level social workers. Our class size averages 12-15 students with hands-on experience in every class. All students complete a block placement internship in the senior year.
Why Choose Ashland University's Social Work Program?
- Graduates get jobs!
- Graduates get accepted into graduate school.
- Passage rate on the licensure exam far surpasses the national average.
- The program is accredited.
- Faculty have a wealth of experience and teaching expertise.
- There are over 50 internship agencies affiliated with the program.
- We have an active Social Work Club.
- There are many opportunities for service learning.
Some of the seniors visit the Kroc Center
Accreditation
The program is accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE)
For more information contact:
Nancy Udolph, Chair
419-289-5372
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