Social Work, B.S.W.
College of Social Work
Ready to make the world a better place? Get the foundational education required to effectively help and empower vulnerable populations, promote social justice and be an overall positive force in your community.
A bachelor's degree in social work provides the values, skills, knowledge and competencies you'll need for multiple career paths in a helping profession. Our field experiences bring learning to life, so you'll be ready to work in social services, health care and nonprofits or continue to graduate school and a licensed role.
Program Highlights
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Real Experiences
Work in a field practicum to gain direct experience in an area that will assist you in your future employment.
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Career Options
Prepare for a satisfying career serving individuals, families and communities through your advocacy.
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Fast Track
Reach your master's licensure faster with the opportunity to enroll in a one-year program for licensure upon completion.
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Personal Attention
Enjoy a close student-faculty relationship and all the opportunities that come with smaller class sizes.
Building Skills
Gain the professional and personal intelligence it takes to have a successful career.
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Handling Conflict
Resolving disagreements or disputes between individuals or groups in a fair and constructive manner
Communication
Exchanging information and ideas through speaking, writing or other means of expression
Empathy
Understanding and sharing the feelings of others, and demonstrating compassion and support
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Diplomacy
Handling sensitive or delicate situations with tact, sensitivity and professionalism
Listening Skills
Understanding what others are saying to facilitate effective communication
Leadership
Inspiring and guiding others to achieve common goals and reach their full potential
Using your degree
Make your college experience the foundation for a successful future.
Learn how alumni use degrees with outcome data from Gamecock GradStats, a service of the University of South Carolina Career Center.
Potential Careers
- Licensed Baccalaureate Social Worker
- Patient Advocate
- Client Advocate
- Child Advocate
Job Titles of Alumni
- Caseworker
- Case/Care Manager
- Social Services Specialist
- Violence Prevention Support Specialist
- Social Worker
- Family Support Specialist
Average Alumni Salary
Five to 10 years after graduation without additional education $35,988
Workplace Settings
- Social Services
- Health Care
- Education
- Government
- Public Policy
Employers of Alumni
- University of South Carolina
- SC Department of Social Services
- National Youth Advocate Program (NYAP)
- BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina
- SC Department of Health & Environmental Control
- South Carolina Youth Advocate Program
Majoring in social work is an opportunity for me to be a voice of my community and to be a model for all the young boys and girls who look up to me. Working in this major allows me to be a continuous advocate for those who are silent in the world.
