Social Work, B.S.W.

Upon graduation, students majoring in Social Work are prepared to assume professional positions at a host of agencies such as hospitals, hospice programs, home health agencies, community mental health centers, social service departments, youth programs, community service agencies, Department of Children’s Services, and Department of Human Services.

Accreditation: The Social Work Program at Austin Peay State University is fully accredited by the Council on Social Work Education.

Additional Admission Requirements: Overall cumulative GPA of 2.0 is required for admission to the Social Work Program. SW 2110 , SW 3410 , SW 3420  and admission to the Social Work program are prerequisites for enrolling in the Social Work practice courses effective Fall 2009 semester. After admission all social work students are required to maintain a 2.0 GPA in the major and earn at least a minimum grade of “C” in social work practice courses (SW 3400 , SW 3620 , SW 3630 , SW 4411 , and SW 4720 ).