Program Information

Learn more about the BSW program

The BSW is composed of twelve courses and several social science cognate requirements. The social work major includes courses in social work theory, practice skills, policy analysis, and research, along with a practicum experience in a human service agency.

Admission to the program

See BSW admission requirements and download application materials.

Practicum

Learn more about the BSW practicum requirement, download a practicum application form and find agencies where you can fulfill your practicum.

Program policies

Get information on: advising; retention in the BSW program; accommodations for students with disabilities; policies and procedures for academic or disciplinary probation or termination; compliance with other policies, laws and regulations; student appeals; student-initiated grievances; admission to practicum; student files; students' right to organize; course/faculty/program evaluation; transfer students; program state on non-discrimination

Honors

See requirements to graduate with honors in social work.

Forms

Find application forms for the BSW program and practicum.

Download a handbook

Download and print a handbook describing the BSW program at Calvin. This is a pdf document.

Major requirements

Find out what courses you'll have to take as a BSW student and see a sample four-year schedule.

Courses

See all courses offered by the social work department.