Social Work

Bachelor of Science in Social Work at Lincoln University

Change Agents. People who see a need, identify gaps in services, and seize opportunities to collaborate.

Are you someone who uses their skills to create positive impact in the lives of those around you? The Bachelor of Science in Social Work (BSSW) degree might be the program you’ve been looking for.

The BSSW degree at Lincoln University is a professional program that prepares you to become a more effective change agent, helping individuals and communities function at their highest potential within their environments. Through comprehensive generalist practice education, the program builds a strong foundation in social work principles, intervention strategies, and ethical practice. You’ll develop the knowledge, skills, and values needed to address complex social challenges and create meaningful, lasting change in the lives of those you serve. The curriculum combines theoretical learning with hands-on field experience, ensuring you graduate ready to make a significant impact in diverse social work settings.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

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Your Learning Journey

As a Social Work student, you’ll gain essential knowledge in:

• Human development in social environments
• Interpersonal communication
• Social justice advocacy
• Professional ethics
• Evidence-based research methods

This solid knowledge base develops into practical skills for working effectively with individuals, families, groups, communities, and organizations. You’ll complete your degree with a 425-hour field practicum experience, applying everything you’ve learned in real social work settings alongside experienced professionals.

Where Change Agents Work

Your Social Work degree opens doors across multiple practice settings:

• Education- Supporting students and families
• Child Welfare- Protecting vulnerable children
• Healthcare - Helping patients and families navigate complex systems
• Criminal Justice- Supporting rehabilitation and community safety
• Government- Developing and implementing social programs

Career Opportunities

This versatile degree prepares you for meaningful positions including:

• Child Welfare Worker
• Advocate for Domestic Violence Victims
• School Social Worker*
• Hospital Social Worker
• Geriatric Social Worker
• Health Educator
• Community Organizer
• Probation and Parole Officer
• Juvenile Officer
• Mental Health Community Support Specialist

Some careers may requre a Master's in Social Work (MSW)

Advanced Standing Admission Opportunities

Why Choose Lincoln University?

The Social Work program at Lincoln University is your space to:

• Get hands-on experience in hospitals, schools, or community agencies working with real clients under supervision.
• Learn to assess client needs, create treatment plans, and connect people with services and resources.
• Study social issues, evaluate programs, and use data to improve services for clients and communities.
• Analyze social policies and advocate for changes that help vulnerable populations.
• Organize events, develop new programs, and build partnerships to address social problems.