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The Bachelor of Science in Social Work Program prepares leaders in generalist social work practice through rigorous academic and field education grounded in the core values and ethics of the profession. Graduates are evidence-informed practitioners who apply a person-in-environment framework to promote the health and well-being of individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities. By amplifying the strengths of those they serve, and valuing difference, graduates confront complex social challenges at local, national, and global levels. They work to mitigate the effects of poverty, oppression, racism and discrimination, advocating both with and on behalf of all people to advance equity and racial, economic, and environmental justice, thereby enhancing the well-being of all society.
Social workers are found in almost every facet of life. At The Ohio State University College of Social Work our close-knit community of undergraduate students, faculty and advisors will provide an academic environment that allows students to explore all those possibilities and equip you with a degree that will take you where you want to go. The College of Social Work is accredited by the Council on Social Work Education and is the oldest continuously accredited public social work program in the country.
NEW: Online Bachelor's Program
Online Bachelor of Science in Social Work
Explore your passion for helping others and uplifting your community with Ohio State’s bachelor’s degree in social work online. Gain the knowledge and skills to support populations with a wide variety of lived experiences.
Ohio State’s BSSW program offers the flexibility to finish your undergraduate degree in social work online while still providing the opportunity to engage with your fellow classmates through meaningful pre-scheduled, synchronous discussions. Additionally, during your final year in the program, we’ll match you with an agency near your community to complete a 400-hour in-person field placement experience that supports your individual career goals and interests. This invaluable opportunity allows you to apply your (virtual) classroom knowledge to real-world experiences interacting with and advocating for your clients as you hone your skills as a social worker.
Our online bachelor in social work program is designed for students seeking a flexible option to complete their social work bachelor’s degree while balancing work, family, and other responsibilities. If you have a passion for pursuing a career in social work and have some prior college experience, you are encouraged to apply.
Transferring to social work
Transfer students make up the highest percentage of enrolled social work students and bring with them unique perspectives and experiences. Our social work major offers flexibility to accommodate a wide range of learning needs including full-time working students, adult learners, students with families, and part-time students. If you have a passion for pursuing social work, we have a place for you. You will need to apply to The Ohio State University and be admitted to Ohio State before you can complete the BSSW Declaration Form. You may submit the BSSW Declaration Form between Feb. 1 and Aug. 1 to start the major in Autumn Semester and between Sept. 1 and Dec. 15 to start the major in Spring Semester.
Transfer students need to have a cumulative GPA and pre-requisite GPA of 2.0 or higher and complete or be in the process of completing the program pre-requisites: Social Work 1100 Social Work Survey (or equivalent), Social Work 1120 Introduction to Social Welfare, Social Work 1130 Introduction to Social Work, Social Work 3301 Lifespan Development (or equivalent), Psychology 1100 Introduction to Psychology, Sociology 1101 Introduction to Sociology, Writing & Information Literacy GE.
Once approved for the major, you will meet with your social work academic advisor to enroll in major classes!
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Central Ohio Technical College
This projection of courses is an example. Students can vary the course sequence, bearing in mind prerequisites. All pre-major coursework (+) must be completed prior to beginning major coursework. View the College of Social Work website for instructions on declaring the major: https://csw.osu.edu/degrees-programs/undergraduate/admissions/.
| Courses completed at COTC | Credits | The Ohio State University | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENG 100: Composition I | 3 | ENGLISH 1110.01 Writing and information Literacy GE* | 3 |
| SWA 100: Principles of Social Work | 3 | SWK 1130 Intro to Social Work* | 3 |
| SWA 111: Addictions Studies I | 3 | SWK Elective | 3 |
| SWA 121: Direct Practice Skills | 3 | SWK Elective | 3 |
| SOC 100: Intro to Sociology | 3 | Sociology 1101* | 3 |
| Courses completed at COTC | Credits | The Ohio State University | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENG 101: Composition II | 3 | ENGLISH 2367.01 | 3 |
| SWA 131: Case Management | 3 | SWK Elective | 3 |
| SWA 141: Therapeutic Group Practices | 3 | SWK Elective | 3 |
| SWA 150: Social Walfare Policy | 3 | SWK 1120 Intro to Social Welfare* | 3 |
| MATH 130: Intro to Stats | 3 | STATS 1450.01 Math & Quantitative Reasoning GE* | 3 |
| PHIL 150 or 200 | 3 | Historical & Cultural Ideas GE | 3 |
| Courses completed at COTC | Credits | The Ohio State University | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| SWA 200: Family Systems | 3 | SWK Elective | 3 |
| SWA 285: Practicum I | 1 | SWK Elective | 1 |
| SWA 211: Mental Health & Wellness | 3 | SWK Elective | 3 |
| PSY 100: Intro to Psychology | 3 | Psychology 1100* | 3 |
| SPCH 100: Fundamentals of Communication | 3 | COMM 2110 | 3 |
| Courses completed at COTC | Credits | The Ohio State University | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| SWA 280: Capstone: Application of SWK Ethics | 3 | SWK Elective | 3 |
| SWA 240 or 251 | 3 | SWK Elective | 3 |
| SWA 286: Practicum II | 3 | SWK Elective | 3 |
| PSY 200: Abnormal Psych | 3 | PSYCH 3331 | 3 |
| PSY 210: Developmental Psychology | 3 | PSYCH 3340 = SWK 3301 Lifespan Development* | 3 |
*Denotes Required BSSW Program Prerequisites
Remaining Social Work Core Courses at The Ohio State University
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| SWK 1100 Social Work Survey | 1 |
| SWK 3101 Professional Values & Ethics | 3 |
| SWK 3401 Research & Stats for SWK Problems | 3 |
| SWK 3501 Engagement & Interviewing | 3 |
| SWK 3600 Intro to Psychopathology | 3 |
| Race, Ethnic & Gender Diversity GE | 3 |
| GENED 2601 Connections Seminar | 1 |
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| SWK 3201 Social Justice and Social Welfare Policy | 3 |
| SWK 3402 Research & Stats or SWK Interventions | 3 |
| SWK 3502 Practice with Individuals | 4 |
| SWK 3503 Practice with Diverse Populations | 3 |
| Citizenship Theme GEs | 4-6 |
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| SWK 4501 Practice with Families | 3 |
| SWK 4502 Practice with Groups | 3 |
| SWK 4188 Field Seminar | 1 |
| SWK 4189 Field Placement | 5 |
| Theme GEs: Student Choice | 4-6 |
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| SWK 4503 Practice with Organizations and Communities | 3 |
| SWK 4188 Field Seminar 2 | 1 |
| SWK 4189 Field Placement | 5 |
| Natural Science GE | 4 |
| Literary/Visual & Performing Arts GE | 3 |
Minors and Certificate Programs:
A completed minor or certificate program may count toward the required social work elective credits.
Transfer Credit:
Students interested in pursuing social work should contact a social work advisor to discuss how their coursework applies to the social work curriculum: bssw@osu.edu.
Columbus State Community College
This projection of courses is an example. Students can vary the course sequence, bearing in mind prerequisites. All pre-major coursework (+) must be completed prior to beginning major coursework. View the College of Social Work website for instructions on declaring the major: https://csw.osu.edu/degrees-programs/undergraduate/admissions/.
Earning an Associates Degree in Arts in Social Work
| Courses completed at Columbus State | Credits | The Ohio State University | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| COLS 1100: First Year Experience Seminar | 1 | Free Elective | 1 |
| ENGL 1100: Composition I | 3 | English 1110.01: Writing and information Literacy GE* | 3 |
| PSY 1100: Introduction to Psychology | 3 | Psychology 1100* | 3 |
| SAHS 1111: Introduction Social Work & Mental Health | 3 | SWK 1130 Intro to Social Work* | 3 |
| MATH 1122 or 1123: Quantitative Reasoning | 3 | MATH 1116: Math & Quantitative Reasoning GE | 3 |
| Courses completed at Columbus State | Credits | The Ohio State University | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| BIO 1107: Human Biology | 4 | BIO 1102 | 4 |
| Intermediate Composition** | 3 | Literary/Visual & Performing Arts GE | 3 |
| SOC-1101: Introduction to Sociology | 3 | Sociology 1101* | 3 |
| PSY-2340: Human Growth & Development | 2 | SWK 3301 Lifespan Development* | 2 |
| Courses completed at Columbus State | Credits | The Ohio State University | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| STAT 1350: Elementary Statistics | 3 | STATS 1350: Math & Quantitative Reasoning GE | 3 |
| SOC 2330 Marriage & Family Relations I | 3 | Free Elective | 3 |
| Historical Study | 3 | Historical & Cultural Ideas GE | 3 |
| SOC-2380: American Race & Ethnic Relations** | 3 | SOCIOL 3380 | 3 |
| Natural Science | 3 | OT36 GE - Natural Science | 3 |
| Courses completed at Columbus State | Credits | The Ohio State University | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| POLS 1100: Intro to American Government | 3 | POLITSC 1100: | 3 |
| OT-36 Exploration | 3 | OT-36 GE | 3 |
| SOC 2202: Social Problems | 3 | SOCIOL 2202 | 3 |
| COMM 1105: Oral Communication | 3 | COMM 2110 | 3 |
| AA Elective (if needed) | 3 | OT-36 GE | 3 |
*Denotes Required BSSW Program Prerequisites
Remaining Social Work Core Courses at The Ohio State University
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| SWK 1100 Social Work Survey | 1 |
| SWK 3101 Professional Values & Ethics | 3 |
| SWK 3401 Research & Stats for SWK Problems | 3 |
| SWK 3501 Engagement & Interviewing | 3 |
| SWK 3600 Intro to Psychopathology | 3 |
| SWK Elective | 3 |
| GENED 2601 Connections Seminar | 1 |
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| SWK 3201 Social Justice and Social Welfare Policy | 3 |
| SWK 3402 Research & Stats or SWK Interventions | 3 |
| SWK 3502 Practice with Individuals | 4 |
| SWK 3503 Practice with Diverse Populations | 3 |
| Citizenship Theme GEs | 4-6 |
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| SWK 4501 Practice with Families | 3 |
| SWK 4502 Practice with Groups | 3 |
| SWK 4188 Field Seminar | 1 |
| SWK 4189 Field Placement | 5 |
| SWK Elective | 4-6 |
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| SWK 4503 Practice with Organizations and Communities | 3 |
| SWK 4188 Field Seminar 2 | 1 |
| SWK 4189 Field Placement | 5 |
| SWK Elective | 4 |
| SWK Elective | 3 |
Earning an Associates Degree in Applied Science in Social Work and Human Services
| Courses completed at Columbus State | Credits | The Ohio State University | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| COLS 1100: First Year Experience Seminar | 1 | Free Elective | 1 |
| MULT-1114: Introduction to Addiction Studies | 3 | SWK 5805: SWK Elective | 3 |
| MULT-1115: Helping Skills Allied Hlt & Human Serv | 3 | SWK Elective | 3 |
| ENGL-1100: Composition I | 3 | English 1110.01: Writing and information Literacy GE* | 3 |
| PSY-1100: Introduction to Psychology | 3 | Psychology 1100* | 3 |
| Courses completed at Columbus State | Credits | The Ohio State University | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| SAHS-1111: Introduction Social Work & Mental Health | 3 | SWK 1130 Intro to Social Work* | 3 |
| ENGL- 2367 or 2567 or 2667: Composition II | 3 | ENGLISH 2367.02 Literary/Visual & Performing Arts GE | 3 |
| SOC-1101: Introduction to Sociology | 3 | Sociology 1101* | 3 |
| HUM-XXXX: (from approved GE-HUM list) | 3 | Historical & Cultural Ideas GE | 3 |
| Courses completed at Columbus State | Credits | The Ohio State University | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| SAHS-1120: Service Delivery & Ethics in Human Service & Social Work | 3 | SWK Elective | 3 |
| SAHS-1130: Intervention Strategies | 3 | SWK Elective | 3 |
| SAHA-1150: Pharmacology in Human Services | 3 | SWK Elective | 3 |
| STAT-1350 or MATH-1122 or MATH-1123 | 3 or 5 | STATS 1350.01: Math & Quantitative Reasoning GE | 3 or 5 |
| MULT-1180: Family & Aging | 3 | SWK Elective | 3 |
| Courses completed at Columbus State | Credits | The Ohio State University | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| SAHS-2241: Advanced Helping Skills | 3 | SWK Elective | 3 |
| SAHS-2681: Fundamentals in Social Work & Human Services | 3 | SWK Elective | 3 |
| SAHS-2901: Practicum/Seminar I in SAHA | 3 | SWK Elective | 3 |
| PSY-2340: Human Growth & Development | 2 | SWK 3301 Lifespan Development* | 2 |
| SAHS/MULT (technical elective) | 3 | SWK Elective | 3 |
| Courses completed at Columbus State | Credits | The Ohio State University | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| SAHS-2251: Social Welfare & Policy | SWK 1120 Intro to Social Welfare* | ||
| SAHS-2862: Treatment Approaches SAHS | SWK Elective | ||
| SAHS-2922: Practicum & Seminar II in SAHS | SWK Elective | ||
| SOC-2380: American Race & Ethnic Relations** | SOCIOL 3380 |
*Denotes Required BSSW Program Prerequisites
Remaining Social Work Core Courses at The Ohio State University
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| SWK 1100 Social Work Survey | 1 |
| SWK 3101 Professional Values & Ethics | 3 |
| SWK 3401 Research & Stats for SWK Problems | 3 |
| SWK 3501 Engagement & Interviewing | 3 |
| SWK 3600 Intro to Psychopathology | 3 |
| GENED 2601 Connections Seminar | 1 |
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| SWK 3201 Social Justice and Social Welfare Policy | 3 |
| SWK 3402 Research & Stats or SWK Interventions | 3 |
| SWK 3502 Practice with Individuals | 4 |
| SWK 3503 Practice with Diverse Populations | 3 |
| Citizenship Theme GEs | 4-6 |
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| SWK 4501 Practice with Families | 3 |
| SWK 4502 Practice with Groups | 3 |
| SWK 4188 Field Seminar | 1 |
| SWK 4189 Field Placement | 5 |
| Citizenship Theme GEs | 3-6 |
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| SWK 4503 Practice with Organizations and Communities | 3 |
| SWK 4188 Field Seminar 2 | 1 |
| SWK 4189 Field Placement | 5 |
| Natural Science GE | 4 |
Minors and Certificate Programs:
A completed minor or certificate program may count toward the required social work elective credits.
Transfer Credit:
Students interested in pursuing social work should contact a social work advisor to discuss how their coursework applies to the social work curriculum: bssw@osu.edu.
Marion Technical College
This projection of courses is an example. Students can vary the course sequence, bearing in mind prerequisites. All pre-major coursework (+) must be completed prior to beginning major coursework. View the College of Social Work website for instructions on declaring the major: https://csw.osu.edu/degrees-programs/undergraduate/admissions/.
| Courses completed at Marion Technical College | Credits | The Ohio State University | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| OIS 1240 Computer Applications | 3 | HIMS 5648: Free Elective | 3 |
| PSY 1100: General Psychology | 3 | Psychology 1100* | 3 |
| SWA 1010: Intro to Social Welfare | 3 | SWK 1120 Intro to Social Welfare* | 3 |
| SWA 1000 Intro to Addiction Studies | 3 | SWK Elective | 3 |
| SWA 1040 Intro to Social Work | 3 | SWK 1130 Intro to Social Work* | 3 |
| Courses completed at Marion Technical College | Credits | The Ohio State University | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENG 1000 English Composition I | 3 | English 1110.01: Writing and information Literacy GE* | 3 |
| SWA 1030 Interviewing Techniques | 3 | SWK Elective | 3 |
| SWA 1050: Family Development | 3 | SWK Elective | 3 |
| SWA 1070: Applied Abnormal Psychology | 3 | Free Elective | 3 |
| MTH 1240 Stats | 3 | STAT 1450.01: Math & Quantitive Reasoning GE | 3 |
| Courses completed at Marion Technical College | Credits | The Ohio State University | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| SWA 2010 Intro to Counseling | 3 | SWK Elective | 3 |
| SWA 2030 Intro to Case Management | 3 | SWK Elective | 3 |
| PSY 2100: Lifespan Development | 3 | PSYCH 3340 = SWK 3301 Lifespan Development* | 3 |
| ENG 1100 English Composition II | 3 | English 2367.01: Writing in the Social Sciences GE* | 3 |
| SWA 2040: Human Services Practicum I | 4 | SWK Elective | 4 |
| Courses completed at Marion Technical College | Credits | The Ohio State University | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| SWA: 2022 Multicultural Perspectives | 3 | Free Elective | 3 |
| SWA 2050: Human Services Practicum II | 4 | SWK Elective | 4 |
| SWA 0000 Elective | 3 | SWK Elective | 3 |
| COM: 1400 Oral Communications | 3 | COMM 2110: Free Elective | 3 |
| SOC: 1200 Sociology | 3 | Sociology 1101* | 3 |
| Courses completed at Marion Technical College | Credits | The Ohio State University | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| See advisor for approved MTC Options | Natural Science GE | ||
| See advisor for approved MTC Options | Historical & Cultural Ideas GE | ||
| See advisor for approved MTC Options | Literary/Visual & Performing Arts GE |
*Denotes Required BSSW Program Prerequisites
Remaining Social Work Core Courses at The Ohio State University
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| SWK 1100 Social Work Survey | 1 |
| SWK 3101 Professional Values & Ethics | 3 |
| SWK 3401 Research & Stats for SWK Problems | 3 |
| SWK 3501 Engagement & Interviewing | 3 |
| SWK 3600 Intro to Psychopathology | 3 |
| Race, Ethnic & Gender Diversity GE | 3 |
| GENED 2601 Connections Seminar | 1 |
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| SWK 3201 Social Justice and Social Welfare Policy | 3 |
| SWK 3402 Research & Stats or SWK Interventions | 3 |
| SWK 3502 Practice with Individuals | 4 |
| SWK 3503 Practice with Diverse Populations | 3 |
| Citizenship Theme GEs | 4-6 |
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| SWK 4501 Practice with Families | 3 |
| SWK 4502 Practice with Groups | 3 |
| SWK 4188 Field Seminar | 1 |
| SWK 4189 Field Placement | 5 |
| Theme GEs: Student Choice | 4-6 |
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| SWK 4503 Practice with Organizations and Communities | 3 |
| SWK 4188 Field Seminar 2 | 1 |
| SWK 4189 Field Placement | 5 |
| Any remaining Theme Courses | 4-6 |
Minors and Certificate Programs:
A completed minor or certificate program may count toward the required social work elective credits.
Transfer Credit:
Students interested in pursuing social work should contact a social work advisor to discuss how their coursework applies to the social work curriculum: bssw@osu.edu.
North Central State College
This projection of courses is an example. Students can vary the course sequence, bearing in mind prerequisites. All pre-major coursework (+) must be completed prior to beginning major coursework. View the College of Social Work website for instructions on declaring the major: https://csw.osu.edu/degrees-programs/undergraduate/admissions/.
Earning an Associates Degree in Applied Science in Human & Social Work Services
| Courses completed at North Central State College | Credits | The Ohio State University | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENGL 1010: English Composition | 3 | English 1110.01: Writing and information Literacy GE* | 3 |
| HMSV 1020: Intro to Social Work Services | 3 | SWK 1130 Intro to Social Work* | 3 |
| HMSV 1030: Human Services Assesment | 3 | SWK Elective | 3 | PSY 1010: Intro to Psychology | 3 | PSYCH 1100: Introduction to Psychology GE* | 3 |
| STAT 1010: Probability and Statistics | 3 | STAT 1450.01: Math & Quantitive Reasoning GE | 3 |
| Courses completed at North Central State College | Credits | The Ohio State University | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENG 1030 English Composition II | 3 | English 2367.01 | 3 |
| HMSV 1150: Intro to Chemical Dependency | 3 | SWK Elective | 3 |
| HMSV 1090: Groupwork in Human Services | 3 | SWK Elective | 3 |
| HMSV: Practicum I | 3 | SWK Elective | 3 |
| PSYCH 2010: Human Growth & Development | 3 | PSYCH 3340: SWK 3301 Lifespan Development* | 3 |
| Courses completed at North Central State College | Credits | The Ohio State University | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| BIOL 1230: Biology I with Lab | 4 | Biology 1113.01: Natural Science GE | 4 |
| HMSV 2030: Intro to Case Management | 3 | SWK Elective | 3 |
| HMSV 2050: Social Problems | 3 | SWK Elective | 3 |
| HMSV 2070: Seminar II | 4 | SWK Elective | 4 |
| Basic Elective (Take SOCY 1010) | 3 | Sociology 1101* | 4 |
| Courses completed at North Central State College | Credits | The Ohio State University | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Humanities Elective (Take HIST 1010) | 3 | History 1151: Historical & Cultural Ideas GE | 3 |
| HMSV 2090: Crisis Intervention | 3 | SWK Elective | 3 |
| HMSV 2110: Poverty & Social Welfare | 3 | SWK 1120 Intro to Social Welfare* | 3 |
| HMSV 2270: Seminar III | 4 | SWK Elective | 4 |
| Basic Elective (Choose from ART 1010, ENGL 2050, 2070, 2090, 2130, 2180, or 2190, HUMA1010, MUSC 1010, THEA 1010) | 3 | Literary/Visual & Performing Arts GE | 3 |
*Denotes Required BSSW Program Prerequisites
Remaining Social Work Core Courses at The Ohio State University
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| SWK 1100 Social Work Survey | 1 |
| SWK 3101 Professional Values & Ethics | 3 |
| SWK 3401 Research & Stats for SWK Problems | 3 |
| SWK 3501 Engagement & Interviewing | 3 |
| SWK 3600 Intro to Psychopathology | 3 |
| Race, Ethnic & Gender Diversity GE | 3 |
| GENED 2601 Connections Seminar | 1 |
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| SWK 3201 Social Justice and Social Welfare Policy | 3 |
| SWK 3402 Research & Stats or SWK Interventions | 3 |
| SWK 3502 Practice with Individuals | 4 |
| SWK 3503 Practice with Diverse Populations | 3 |
| Citizenship Theme GEs | 4-6 |
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| SWK 4501 Practice with Families | 3 |
| SWK 4502 Practice with Groups | 3 |
| SWK 4188 Field Seminar | 1 |
| SWK 4189 Field Placement | 5 |
| Theme GEs: Student Choice | 4-6 |
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| SWK 4503 Practice with Organizations and Communities | 3 |
| SWK 4188 Field Seminar 2 | 1 |
| SWK 4189 Field Placement | 5 |
| Any remaining Theme Courses | 4-6 |
Earning an Associates Degree of Arts in Social Work
| Courses completed at North Central State College | Credits | The Ohio State University | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENGL 1010: English Composition I | 3 | English 1110.01: Writing and information Literacy GE* | 3 |
| HMSV 1020: Intro to Social Work Services | 3 | SWK 1130 Intro to Social Work* | 3 |
| HMSV 1030: Human Services Assesment | 3 | SWK Elective | 3 |
| PHIL 1010 or 1110 | 3 | Historical & Cultural Ideas GE | 3 |
| THEA 1010, HUMA 1010 or MUSC 1010 | 3 | Literary/Visual & Performing Arts GE | 3 |
| Courses completed at North Central State College | Credits | The Ohio State University | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENG 1030 English Composition II | 3 | English 2367.01 | 3 |
| HMSV 1150: Intro to Chemical Dependency | 3 | SWK Elective | 3 |
| PSYCH: 1010: Intro to Psychology | 3 | PSYCH 1100: Introduction to Psychology GE* | 3 |
| SOCY 1010: Intro to Sociology | 3 | Sociology 1101* | 3 |
| STAT 1010: Probability and Statistics | 3 | STAT 1450.01: Math & Quantitive Reasoning GE | 3 |
| Courses completed at North Central State College | Credits | The Ohio State University | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| BIOL 1230: Biology I | 4 | Biology 1113.01: Natural Science GE | 4 |
| HIST 1010: American History I | 3 | History 1151: Historical & Cultural Ideas GE | 3 |
| HMSV 2030: Intro to Case Management | 3 | SWK Elective | 3 |
| HMSV 2050: Social Problems | 3 | SOCIOL 2202 | 3 |
| SOCY 2010 | 3 | Sociology 3380 | 3 |
| Courses completed at North Central State College | Credits | The Ohio State University | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| HIST 1030: American History II | 3 | History 1152: Historical & Cultural Ideas GE | 3 |
| HMSV 1170: Direct Practice/Seminar | 3 | SWK Elective | 3 |
| HMSV 2110: Poverty & Social Welfare | 3 | SWK 1120 Intro to Social Welfare* | 3 |
| POLT 1010: American National Government | 3 | Political Science 1100: Histric & Cultural Ideas GE | 3 |
| BIOL 1231: Biology II | 4 | Biology 1114.01: Natural Science GE | 4 |
| GEOL 1030: Historical Geology | 4 | EARTHSC 2122: Natural Science GE | 4 |
*Denotes Required BSSW Program Prerequisites
Remaining Social Work Core Courses at The Ohio State University
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| SWK 1100 Social Work Survey | 1 |
| SWK 3101 Professional Values & Ethics | 3 |
| SWK 3401 Research & Stats for SWK Problems | 3 |
| SWK 3501 Engagement & Interviewing | 3 |
| SWK 3600 Intro to Psychopathology | 3 |
| Race, Ethnic & Gender Diversity GE | 3 |
| GENED 2601 Connections Seminar | 1 |
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| SWK 3201 Social Justice and Social Welfare Policy | 3 |
| SWK 3402 Research & Stats or SWK Interventions | 3 |
| SWK 3502 Practice with Individuals | 4 |
| SWK 3503 Practice with Diverse Populations | 3 |
| Citizenship Theme GEs | 4-6 |
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| SWK 4501 Practice with Families | 3 |
| SWK 4502 Practice with Groups | 3 |
| SWK 4188 Field Seminar | 1 |
| SWK 4189 Field Placement | 5 |
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| SWK 4503 Practice with Organizations and Communities | 3 |
| SWK 4188 Field Seminar 2 | 1 |
| SWK 4189 Field Placement | 5 |
| SWK Elective | 1-3 |
| Citizenship Theme GEs(if needed) | 3-4 |
Minors and Certificate Programs:
A completed minor or certificate program may count toward the required social work elective credits.
Transfer Credit:
Students interested in pursuing social work should contact a social work advisor to discuss how their coursework applies to the social work curriculum: bssw@osu.edu.
Rhodes State Community College
This projection of courses is an example. Students can vary the course sequence, bearing in mind prerequisites. All pre-major coursework (+) must be completed prior to beginning major coursework. View the College of Social Work website for instructions on declaring the major: https://csw.osu.edu/degrees-programs/undergraduate/admissions/.
| Courses completed at Rhodes State Community College | Credits | The Ohio State University | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| COMM 1110: English Composition | 3 | ENGLISH 1110.01: Writing and information Literacy GE* | 3 |
| HUM 1111: Introduction to Social Work | 3 | SWK 1130 Intro to Social Work* | 3 |
| HUM 1150: Interviewing Techniques | 3 | SWK Elective | 3 |
| SOC 1010: Sociology | 3 | Sociology 1101* | 3 |
| PSY 1010: General Psychology | 3 | Psychology 1100* | 3 |
| SDE 1010: First Year Experience | 1 | Free Elective | 1 |
| Courses completed at Rhodes State Community College | Credits | The Ohio State University | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| HST 1620: American History Since 1877 | 3 | HISTORY 1152: Historical & Cultural Ideas GE | 3 |
| HUM 2230 Issues & Ethics in Helping | 3 | SWK Elective | 3 |
| HUM 1900: Professional Preparation & Engagement | 3 | SWK Elective | 3 |
| MATH 1151Q or MATH 1260 STATS | 3 | MATH 1116 or STAT 1350: Math & Quantitative Reasoning GE | 3 |
| Technical Elective: Take HUM 1212 | 3 | SWK 1120 Intro to Social Welfare* | 3 |
| Courses completed at Rhodes State Community College | Credits | The Ohio State University | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| COM 2110: Public Speaking or Comm 2213 | 3 | COMM 2110 | 3 |
| HUM 2400: Crisis Management | 3 | SWK Elective | 3 |
| HUM 2991: Practicum I | 2 | SWK Elective | 2 |
| PSY 1730: Abnormal Psych | 3 | PSYCH 3331 | 3 |
| HUM 1710: Substance-Related & Addictive Disorders | 3 | SWK Elective | 3 |
| Technical Elective | 2-3 | SWK Elective | 2-3 |
| Courses completed at Rhodes State Community College | Credits | The Ohio State University | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| HUM 2170: Dynamics of Mental Illness | 3 | SWK Elective | 3 |
| HUM 2310: Group Dynamics/Intervention | 3 | SWK Elective | 3 |
| HUM 2992: Practicum II | 2 | SWK Elective | 2 |
| PSYCH 2150: Lifespan Psychology | 3 | PSYCH 3340 = SWK 3301 Lifespan Development* | 3 |
*Denotes Required BSSW Program Prerequisites
Remaining Social Work Core Courses at The Ohio State University
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| SWK 1100 Social Work Survey | 1 |
| SWK 3101 Professional Values & Ethics | 3 |
| SWK 3401 Research & Stats for SWK Problems | 3 |
| SWK 3501 Engagement & Interviewing | 3 |
| SWK 3600 Intro to Psychopathology | 3 |
| Race, Ethnic & Gender Diversity GE | 3 |
| GENED 2601 Connections Seminar | 1 |
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| SWK 3201 Social Justice and Social Welfare Policy | 3 |
| SWK 3402 Research & Stats or SWK Interventions | 3 |
| SWK 3502 Practice with Individuals | 4 |
| SWK 3503 Practice with Diverse Populations | 3 |
| Citizenship Theme GEs | 4-6 |
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| SWK 4501 Practice with Families | 3 |
| SWK 4502 Practice with Groups | 3 |
| SWK 4188 Field Seminar | 1 |
| SWK 4189 Field Placement | 5 |
| Theme GEs: Student Choice | 4-6 |
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| SWK 4503 Practice with Organizations and Communities | 3 |
| SWK 4188 Field Seminar 2 | 1 |
| SWK 4189 Field Placement | 5 |
| Natural Science GE | 4 |
| Literary/Visual & Performing Arts GE | 3 |
Minors and Certificate Programs:
A completed minor or certificate program may count toward the required social work elective credits.
Transfer Credit:
Students interested in pursuing social work should contact a social work advisor to discuss how their coursework applies to the social work curriculum: bssw@osu.edu.
Zane State College
This projection of courses is an example. Students can vary the course sequence, bearing in mind prerequisites. All pre-major coursework (+) must be completed prior to beginning major coursework. View the College of Social Work website for instructions on declaring the major: https://csw.osu.edu/degrees-programs/undergraduate/admissions/.
| Courses completed at Zane State College | Credits | The Ohio State University | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| English 1500: Composition I | 3 | ENGLISH 1110.01: Writing and information Literacy GE* | 3 |
| FYEX 1010 | 1 | Free Elective | 1 |
| SWKA 1010: Principals of Social Work | 3 | SWK 1130 Intro to Social Work* | 3 |
| PSYCH 1010 Into to Psychology | 3 | Psychology 1100* | 3 |
| MATH 1050, MATH 1340 or MATH 1650 (Stats) | 3 | Math & Quantitative Reasoning GE | 3 |
| Courses completed at Zane State College | Credits | The Ohio State University | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| English 2500: Composition II | 3 | English 2367.01: Free Elective | 3 |
| SWKA 1050: Group Dynamics | 3 | SWK Elective | 3 |
| SWKA 1090: Interviewing | 3 | SWK Elective | 3 |
| SWKA 1110: Learning & Behavior Theory | 1 | SWK Elective | 1 |
| PSYC 2040: Lifespan Development | 3 | PSYCH 3340 = SWK 3301 Lifespan Development* | 3 |
| Courses completed at Zane State College | Credits | The Ohio State University | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| COMM 2610: Public Speaking | 3 | COMM 2110: Free Elective | 3 |
| SOC 1010: Introduction to Sociology | 3 | Sociology 1101* | 3 |
| PSYC 2010: Abnormal Psychology | 3 | PSYCH 3331: Free Elective | 3 |
| Courses completed at Zane State College | Credits | The Ohio State University | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| SWKA 2050: Practicum I | 4 | SWK Elective | 4 |
| SWKA 211: Mental Health & Wellness | 3 | SWK Elective | 3 |
| SWKA 2050: Introduction to Addiction Studies | 3 | SWK Elective | 3 |
| SWKA 2210: Family Dynamics | 3 | SWK Elective | 3 |
| SWKA 2230: Case Management | 3 | SWK Elective | 3 |
| Courses completed at Zane State College | Credits | The Ohio State University | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| SWKA 2310: Practicum II | 4 | SWK Elective | 4 |
| SWKA 2150: Social Welfare System | 3 | SWK 1120 Intro to Social Welfare* | 3 |
| SOCI 2060: Race & Ethnicity | 3 | SOCIOL 3380: Free Elective | 3 |
| Arts & Humanities Elective | 3 | Literary/Visual & Performing Arts GE | 3 |
*Denotes Required BSSW Program Prerequisites
Remaining Social Work Core Courses at The Ohio State University
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| SWK 1100 Social Work Survey | 1 |
| SWK 3101 Professional Values & Ethics | 3 |
| SWK 3401 Research & Stats for SWK Problems | 3 |
| SWK 3501 Engagement & Interviewing | 3 |
| SWK 3600 Intro to Psychopathology | 3 |
| Race, Ethnic & Gender Diversity GE | 3 |
| GENED 2601 Connections Seminar | 1 |
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| SWK 3201 Social Justice and Social Welfare Policy | 3 |
| SWK 3402 Research & Stats or SWK Interventions | 3 |
| SWK 3502 Practice with Individuals | 4 |
| SWK 3503 Practice with Diverse Populations | 3 |
| Citizenship Theme GEs | 4-6 |
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| SWK 4501 Practice with Families | 3 |
| SWK 4502 Practice with Groups | 3 |
| SWK 4188 Field Seminar | 1 |
| SWK 4189 Field Placement | 5 |
| Theme GEs: Student Choice | 4-6 |
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| SWK 4503 Practice with Organizations and Communities | 3 |
| SWK 4188 Field Seminar 2 | 1 |
| SWK 4189 Field Placement | 5 |
| Natural Science GE | 4 |
| Historical & Cultural Ideas GE | 3 |
Minors and Certificate Programs:
A completed minor or certificate program may count toward the required social work elective credits.
Transfer Credit:
Students interested in pursuing social work should contact a social work advisor to discuss how their coursework applies to the social work curriculum: bssw@osu.edu.
Top reasons to study Social Work
Social workers are the nation’s largest providers of mental health services—more than psychologists, psychiatrists and psychiatric nurses combined
Social workers have skills that allow them to work in a variety of non-clinical roles as well, including community organizing, advoacy, government affairs, program development and opportunity for all. Social workers aim to open the doors of access and opportunity for everyone.
There are social workers in national, state and local office, including in the U.S. Senate and House of Representatives
More than 13,000 social workers are employed by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs to assist with individual and family counseling, education, end of life planning, substance use treatment and crisis intervention
Social work can prepare graduates for an advanced degree in medicine, law, physical therapy, occupational therapy, nursing and more
There is a large demand for international social work — a field focused on global health and well-being, immigration, refugee rights, policy, advocacy, direct service and research — from employers including the United Nations, UNICEF, Peace Corps, Red Cross and Save the Children
Bachelor of Science in Social Work Program Goals
- Prepare generalist social workers to use social work values and ethics to guide professional practice
- Apply knowledge of human behavior and the social environment to guide practice at multiple levels
- Possess knowledge and skills for working effectively with all populations
- Analyze social policy and challenges
- Employ empirical evidence to inform, evaluate, and improve practice
- Develop a professional identity, with a commitment to life-long learning
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