“The social work department is small enough that you can have a close, personal relationship with the faculty, which is comforting as a student.”
LaRhonda Dowdell
WCU’s Department of Social Work offers undergraduate and graduate degrees that present you with a variety of career options, from working in social services settings and group homes to private practice, social service management, and administration.
Our challenging curriculum offers classes covering a wide range of topics as well as hands-on experience through the field practicum, the most indispensable component of social work education. This field experience gives you the opportunity to gain practical experience in preparation for professional social work practice.
At WCU, you’ll enjoy a personalized learning environment in a small, intimate setting. Our dedicated faculty will work with you in the classroom and the field to help you gain the knowledge and experience you need to succeed during your time here at Western and throughout your professional career.
You’ll also have full access to the field- and program-related resources you’ll need as you pursue your chosen course of study.
To learn more about the department and its programs, please contact us with your questions. We look forward to hearing from you.