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Social Work Program at Fredonia

What we offer

Bachelor of Science

Who to contact

Sociocultural and Justice Sciences

Sociocultural.Justice@fredonia.edu

716-673-3205

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Social Work Changes Lives

At the State University of New York at Fredonia, our Bachelor of Science in Social Work program is dedicated to nurturing compassionate, skilled professionals ready to make a meaningful impact in the world. Guided by a mission rooted in the principles of service, social justice, and human relationships, we strive to empower our students through innovative teaching and hands-on learning experiences.

Our program not only focuses on equipping future social workers with the critical knowledge and competencies required for effective practice but also emphasizes ethical engagement and cultural competence in addressing the needs of diverse populations. Join us in our commitment to advancing social change and enhancing the well-being of individuals and communities alike, and embark on a rewarding journey toward becoming a generalist social work professional at Fredonia.

Fredonia's Council on Social Work Education (CWSE)-accredited Social Work program means your undergraduate degree will qualify you for advanced standing admissions into accredited graduate programs. 

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you’re passionate about empowering others and fostering social justice, you're ready to take the next step. Apply today and become part of a community dedicated to inspiring change and improving lives! Your future as an impactful social work professional starts here.

Career Opportunities for Social Work

  • Child/family/school social worker
  • Mental health case worker
  • Substance abuse social worker

SOC 218 Introduction to Social Work

Introduction to theoretical and practical foundations of social work. Examination of values, knowledge, and skills underlying a generalist approach to social work. Analysis of role of social workers in such settings as hospitals, schools, mental health agencies, and family and child welfare agencies.

SOCW 249 Social Welfare Institutions

Introduces students to the basic public and private sector mechanisms of social welfare policy and services through the lens of history. The importance of values/attitudes/beliefs in the political process and the concept of social justice are analyzed. The development of the social work profession is featured.

POLI 382 Social Welfare Policy

Examination of the politics and operation of the social welfare system in the United States. Emphasis on a policy analysis of current social welfare issues such as the Social Security crisis, welfare reform, the relationship between welfare and national economic policy, the functions of public welfare versus private charity, and the connections between direct service and social reform.

It's Different Here

High placement rates

Fredonia graduates are well-prepared for success in graduate programs at distinguished universities.

15-20

Hours a week at internships

Social work majors intern 15-20 hours a week in a community-based, human service organization.

19%

projected job growth

Employment of social workers is projected to grow 19% through 2022.

Why Social Work at Fredonia?

Experienced Faculty

"Your learning/practical experience is guided by an agency-based field instructor who is an experienced, professional social worker with an array of social work backgrounds. "

Internships

Fredonia offers opportunities to intern at schools, hospitals, rehabilitation centers, and correctional facilities.

Research

Evaluation and assessment research is crucial in today’s social work field. Students work 1-on-1 with faculty or on their own, conducting research as an undergrad that is typically only done in graduate school.

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