Social Work
About the Program
The Bachelor of Social Work program prepares generalist social work professionals who are capable of skillful assessment and interventions at the micro, mezzo, and macro-levels.
Our graduates are eligible to apply for advanced standing in graduate social work programs, including the Master of Social Work program. Over 95% of students graduating with a baccalaureate degree from the Waldron College of Health and Human Services have found employment or gone on to graduate school within three months of graduation. The Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) program is accredited by the Council on Social Work Education.
BSW course work focuses on developing knowledge and skills related to nine practice areas: Human Behavior in the Social Environment, Social Welfare Policies and Services, Research, Social Work Practice, Field Instruction, Social Work Values and Issues, Social and Economic Justice, Populations-at-Risk, and Diversity. The BSW degree is accepted as the entry-level educational credential for beginning social work practice.
Transfer Credit and Degree Requirements
The Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) degree at Radford University requires a minimum of 120 credits to graduate. Students transferring into the program with an Associate’s degree in Human Services from Virginia Western Community College (VWCC) may transfer approximately 66 credits toward the degree. Students holding an Associate’s degree in another content area may also be eligible to transfer into the RU BSW program. Additional coursework may be required to reach the 120 credit minimum for graduation. These additional classes may be completed at the Radford University main campus, through Radford University online, or at the VWCC campus.
Cost & Financial Aid
Learn more about Financial Aid opportunities at Radford University.
Radford University FAFSA code is 003732.
Student Support
We know the path to higher education can be daunting, which is why we’re here to help.
As a student of the Roanoke Higher Education Center, you will have access to:
- Library collections and services
- Student Success Center
- Career Center
- Computer lab and student lounge
- Cafe serving breakfast and lunch
- Free parking with a student parking pass
Radford University Resources Available To Students Enrolled Via RHEC:
- Radford University Bookstore
- McConnell Library
- Center for Accessibility Services
- Military Resource Center
- Financial Aid Office
- Career Center at Radford University
- Division of Student Affairs
- Division of Information Technology (Radford University 25 station Computer Lab on Site at RHEC)
How to Apply
It is strongly recommended that prospective students arrange for pre-admission consultation to determine your readiness to matriculate at junior level. These consultations are available over Zoom or face-to-face by contacting Dr. Elizabeth Arthur.