Social work is challenging but gratifying, and few careers have as deep of an impact on people’s lives and the communities where we live. This is frontline work that makes a huge difference! Also, social work is a broad field that offers many opportunities for you to explore and find the job that best suits you. EC’s BSSW program will teach you about the different career avenues you can take, grow your skills through hands-on experiences, and help you network with the many local social work and nonprofit organizations here in Elmira. You’ll be in small classes taught by experienced professors who will get to know you and set you up for success, whether you want to find a job right away or earn a graduate degree. EC's Social Work program emphasizes an understanding of human behavior and the social environment. You’ll learn about social welfare policy and services and gain an understanding of the theories and methods that guide social work. We’ll learn about non-discriminatory and respectful practices that recognize the many diverse and intersecting attributes of your clients and how to help promote social and economic justice for them. You’ll come away knowing how to be a skilled communicator and professional guided by ethics in the social work profession so that you can go directly to practice or further your studies in a graduate program. What’s more, this program pairs well with other majors and/or minors, particularly Psychology and Criminal Justice. Pairing your studies will increase your options and further enhance your skills.
Fees are available on request.
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