Social Work Major
The Bachelor of Arts in Social Work (B.A.S.W.) major at Fordham University will prepare you to make a meaningful difference in people's lives as a generalist social work practitioner. Mirroring the strength of our nationally ranked M.S.W. program, our B.A.S.W. degree features a variety of learning experiences: dynamic classes, hands-on fieldwork education, and guidance and support from a faculty adviser. Our diverse community of compassionate students and faculty round out the stimulating educational environment of the Graduate School of Social Service. With our B.A.S.W. degree, you'll graduate with the skills and knowledge you'll need to promote human rights, social justice, and individual and community well-being. Classes are offered at our campuses in Manhattan and Westchester. The B.A.S.W. degree is equivalent to the Bachelor's in Social Work (B.S.W.) and is accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE).
Gregory Acevedo, director of the B.A.S.W. program
212-636-6644
gacevedo@fordham.edu
CIP Code
44.0701 - Social Work.
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Students are expected to complete the 31 credits of the major within a two-year period, either on a full- or part-time basis. The major consists of eight required courses of three credits each, and a 450-hour, yearlong field practicum and integrative seminar of seven credits beginning in September.
Following admission, students complete the social work program in two years. Depending on their full-time or part-time status, students may take courses in addition to social work courses.
Courses Required
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| SOWK 2600 | Introduction to Social Work and Social Welfare | 4 |
| SOWK 6005 | Contemporary Social Welfare Policy | 3 |
| SOWK 6040 | Integrating Human Rights and Justice in Practice | 3 |
| SOWK 6323 | Social Work Practice With Individuals Across the Lifespan | 3 |
| SOWK 6324 | Social Work Practice With Families and Groups Across the Lifespan | 3 |
| SOWK 6305 | Social Work Skills Lab | 3 |
| SOWK 6320 | Social Work Practice With Organizations and Communities | 3 |
| SOWK 6440 | Advanced Clinical Assessment and Diagnosis | 3 |
| SOWK 6803 | Applied Social Work Research and Evaluation | 3 |
| SOWK 6901 | BASW Generalist Field Education | 7 |
Availability
The major in social work is available at Fordham College at Rose Hill, Fordham College at Lincoln Center, and Fordham School of Professional and Continuing Studies at Rose Hill, Lincoln Center, and Westchester.
FCRH and PCS students should keep in mind that all courses for the major in social work are offered at the Lincoln Center and Westchester campuses in the Graduate School of Social Services.
Fordham College at Rose Hill students: The requirements above are in addition to those of the Core Curriculum.
Fordham College at Lincoln Center students: The requirements above are in addition to those of the Core Curriculum.
Professional and Continuing Studies students: The requirements above are in addition to those of the PCS Core Curriculum and any additional electives that may be required to earn a minimum of 124 credits.
The coursework is spread across four semesters. You can start your B.A.S.W. program starting in the fall or spring semester.
The first year consists of four classroom courses and faculty advising, and the second year consists of four classroom courses, the Field Practicum and Integrative Seminar, and faculty and field advising.
SOWK 2600 Introduction to Social Work and Social Welfare must be taken before beginning the remaining courses in the curriculum.
Regardless of when you enter the program, you must complete the first year's four classroom courses before entering the Fieldwork Practicum.
| First Year | Credits | |
|---|---|---|
| Fall (A) or Spring (B) | ||
| SOWK 6005 | Contemporary Social Welfare Policy | 3 |
| SOWK 6040 | Integrating Human Rights and Justice in Practice | 3 |
| Spring (A) or Summer (B) | ||
| SOWK 6320 | Social Work Practice With Organizations and Communities | 3 |
| SOWK 6803 | Applied Social Work Research and Evaluation | 3 |
| Credits | 12 | |
| Second Year | ||
| Fall | ||
| SOWK 6305 | Social Work Skills Lab | 3 |
| SOWK 6323 | Social Work Practice With Individuals Across the Lifespan | 3 |
| SOWK 6901 | BASW Generalist Field Education | 3.5 |
| Credits | 9.5 | |
| Spring | ||
| SOWK 6324 | Social Work Practice With Families and Groups Across the Lifespan | 3 |
| SOWK 6440 | Advanced Clinical Assessment and Diagnosis | 3 |
| SOWK 6901 | BASW Generalist Field Education | 3.5 |
| Credits | 9.5 | |
| Total Credits | 31 | |
Availability
The major in social work is available at Fordham College at Rose Hill, Fordham College at Lincoln Center, and Fordham's School of Professional and Continuing Studies at Rose Hill, Lincoln Center, and Westchester. Social work major courses are offered at the Lincoln Center and Westchester campuses.
Potential applicants should contact the program director, Gregory Acevedo, Ph.D., at (212) 636-6644 or gracevedo@fordham.edu, as early as possible in their planning.
For more information
See the admissions page.