Social Work
Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
Influence lives and social change in our world.
Are you passionate about addressing social challenges such as food insecurity, aging and intergenerational living, mental health and recovery?
Social workers make a huge impact in the lives of the people they work with, helping clients cope with problems big and small and connecting them to the services they need.
The Bachelor of Science in Social Work at Frostburg State is designed to prepare you for an entry-level career in social work or public service.
You will learn about the overall field of social work, the importance of human relationships, the theoretical foundations of the profession, engagement in policy, advocacy, and quantitative and qualitative research.
As a student in the Social Work program you’ll develop the skills needed for generalist practice with individuals, families, groups, communities, and organizations in non-profit, private, and public settings.
Social Work Program Highlights
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Accredited by Council of Social Work Education.
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Participate in smaller, comfortable classroom settings.
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Receive a personalized learning experience, as well as a natural mentoring relationship with instructors.
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Hybrid course offerings allow for flexibility and individualized learning.
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Graduate well-prepared to enter the field (based on the evaluation of our program’s learning outcomes).
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Prepare for advanced-standing in Master of Social Work (MSW) graduate programs.
What can I do with a Social Work degree?
Median pay for Social Work Program graduates (BLS 2024)
Related Occupations
Family Social Worker
Probation Officer
Administrative Supervisor
What You'll Learn
In the classroom setting, you will draw from psychological and sociological theoretical frameworks and conceptual models in social work practice. You will also learn to demonstrate the foundational knowledge of the Code of Ethics of the National Association of Social Workers. Those foundational skills will also assist you in the generalist social work practice of engaging, assessing, and intervening with individuals, families, groups, communities, and organizations. You will be prepared to evaluate the goals of social policies, in terms of social work’s core values, specifically those pertaining to social justice, the dignity and worth of the person, and the importance of human relationships.Our Alumni
Our Social Work graduates have gone on to a variety of successful careers.
Job Titles
- Executive Director
- Licensed Certified Social Worker – Clinical
- Re-Entry Coordinator
- Parent Consultant
- Child Welfare
- Clinical Social Worker
- Activity Therapist
- Child & Adolescent PRP Worker
Employers
- National Association of Social Workers
- Sheppard Pratt
- Allegany County Detention Center
- The Family Junction, Inc
- Allegany County Department of Social Services
- Thomas B. Finan Center
- Western Correctional Institution
- Pressley Ridge
A Frostburg State education: more valuable than ever.
With nationally recognized academic programs, real-world learning experiences, a top-notch support system, and a thriving student life, Frostburg State is a place where you can discover yourself, define your goals, and prepare for your future.