Social Work, B.S. (Plattsburgh; Online)

Curriculum 0412
(Plattsburgh campus and online transfer options available)

The social work program prepares students for generalist professional practice in a wide range of agencies, including social services, health, mental health, developmental disabilities, education, aging, youth services, addictions, and related organizations. For more information contact the Social Work Department . For help with schedule planning refer to the 4-Year Degree Map or the Online 4-Year Degree Map .

Major Departmental Requirements 53 Credits

Cognate Requirements 18 Credits

Government elective: (3 cr.)

Select one course from the following:

Women’s studies elective: (3 cr.)

Select one course from the following:

Additional Degree Requirements

Completion of all Undergraduate Degree Requirements , including General Education: The Cardinal Core Curriculum , elective courses if applicable, and a total of 120 credits minimum.
In order to be accepted into junior-level social work courses, students must show evidence of the following:
1. Completion of SOC 101 , PSY 101 , MAT 161 , and BIO 100 or BIO 103 and suitability for a career in social work.
2. Attainment of GPA of 2.5 or higher.
3. Completion of the application form.
A minimum Social Work major GPA of 2.5 each semester for the junior and senior years. (Major Departmental Requirements).
Successful completion of SWK 403 - SWK 404 - Field Practicum in Social Work II (3 cr.) .