Yes, the Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) at Roberts Wesleyan University is fully accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE), ensuring that it meets rigorous quality standards. Our accreditation demonstrates a commitment to delivering a high-quality educational experience that supports your professional development and career goals.
Compassion and Care For the Whole Person
Understand the intricacies of healthcare operations, such as insurance, patient care, and governmental policies. Position yourself to become one of the health administrators responsible for directing and planning health services with medical staff for patient care.
Complete an applied research project to gain industry leadership experience. Build a professional network through classmates, faculty, and alumni.
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Social Work Programs Online & In Rochester, NY
What will you learn?
- Leadership Grounded in Integrity: Our graduate and professional programs are designed to develop your leadership skills to be effective in your field, grounded in ethical decision-making and integrity. Make a positive impact in your workplaces and communities.
- Education Beyond Skill Development: We focus on educating the whole person. Professional competencies are paired with a strong emphasis on character and purpose, empowering you, an adult learner, to excel in your career as a principled leader with transferable skills. We provide education for what's next.
- Values-Driven Curriculum: Our courses integrate core values like compassion, ethical responsibility, and community engagement, essential qualities for working adults aiming to lead with purpose in today’s challenging environments.
- Becoming a Trustworthy Leader: We prepare graduate students to be trusted professionals. We’ll help you foster ethical workplace cultures and build strong, collaborative teams based on character, empathy, and respect.
- A Foundation for Positive Change: Our programs will help you change more than just your job title, it’ll help you change your community. A Roberts education will help you contribute to meaningful change and lead with a higher sense of mission and service.
Cost of Social Work, B.S.W.
Total Program
Sticker Price:
$27,408
Less than
26%
of students
pay this amount
25%
tuition discount for benefit-eligible
employees, spouses, and dependents
of our corporate partners
Admissions Requirements
Requirements:
- An Associates Degree or Credit Equivalence (minimum 60 transferable credits) from a regionally accredited institution.
- A minimum, cumulative 2.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale.
- Successful completion of prerequisite coursework with a grade of C or better:
- English Composition (ENG 101 or equivalent)
- A minimum of two years of meaningful and relevant professional work experience
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) accredited?
What can you do with a bachelor's degree in social work?
A BSW degree qualifies you for any jobs requiring a human service degree. Graduates are often found working in a variety of human service jobs. Job titles include the following:
- Mental Health Assistant
- Group Home Worker
- Residential Counselor
- Program Coordinators
- Caseworker
- Activity Director
Many of our graduates continue their education and pursue their Masters in Social Work (MSW)
How long does it take to get a bachelor's degree in social work?
A bachelor’s in social work is considered a four year degree. Our degree completion program at Roberts Wesleyan University allows students with prior college credit and life experience to earn their degree in as little as 15-17 months.
What are the career services and networking opportunities like in the BSW program?
Roberts Wesleyan provides comprehensive career services to support students throughout their journey. This includes career coaching, resume building, and networking events with industry leaders. The program also connects students with an engaged alumni network, offering invaluable opportunities for mentorship and career advancement after graduation.
What are some career prospects after completing this program?
The Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates that the social work profession will grow at a rate of 13 percent from 2019 to 2029. That's much faster than the growth rate of the job market as a whole. A BSW degree is the only human service degree that is accredited by a national accrediting body (the Council on Social Work Education- CSWE). Additionally, only the social work profession licenses or certifies practitioners at the bachelor’s level.
Graduates with a BSW will be prepared to work in many different fields including:
Field Placements
- Brockport Central School District
- Big Brother Big Sister of Greater Rochester
- Department of Corrections
- Highland Hospital
- Salvation Army
- University of Rochester Medical Center
- Hillside Family Agencies
Careers
- Case Managers
- Advocates
- Mediators
- Brokers
- Change Agents
- Group Home Worker
- Residential Counselor
- Program Coordinators
- Caseworker
- Activity Director
Graduate School
- Roberts Wesleyan University (11-month Advanced Standing MSW Program)
- Greater Rochester Collaborative MSW
- University at Buffalo
- Syracuse University
- University of Albany
Sources cited: Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, Social Workers, at https://www.bls.gov/ooh/community-and-social-service/social-workers.htm (visited March 08, 2021).
Is the program available online?
Yes, the program is available in a 100% online format, allowing flexibility for working professionals.
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