Bachelor of Arts in Social Work
University of Massachusetts Global

Program Details

Through the online bachelor’s in Social Work degree from University of Massachusetts Global, students can prepare for professional social work careers in a variety of settings including clinical research, community outreach, nonprofits, or government organizations. Transfer students with existing college credits are well suited for this bachelor completion program.

The curriculum includes general education classes, a 400-hour supervised field internship, and core topics such as assessment skills in social work, human behavior and the social environment, diversity and justice, and social policy.

Graduates will be prepared for careers in:

  • Child and family social work
  • Gerontology
  • Mental healthcare
  • Probation/correctional treatment
  • Social and community service
  • Substance abuse treatment

Learning Pace

Institution-Paced

% Online

100% Online

Program Accreditation & Licensing

Council on Social Work Education (CSWE)

School Accreditation & Licensing

University of Massachusetts Global is accredited by:

WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC)

Program Requirements & Restrictions

Minimum Education

Some College

Recommended GPA

2.0 or above (4.0 scale)

Application Requirements

Official College Transcript(s), Official High School Transcript/GED Score

Additional Info

  • Must have 12 or more college credits or acceptable experience.
  • This program may not be available in all states.