Situated at the northeastern portion of the Delmarva Peninsula on the beautiful Atlantic Coast in the Northeastern region of the United States, Delaware is nicknamed the "First State" because it was the first of the 13 colonies to ratify the U.S. Constitution in 1787. Since then, Delaware has become well-known from coast to coast for having the lowest average altitude, least number of counties, most doctoral-level scientists, oldest churches in America, and the longest twin span suspension bridge in the world. Also referred to as the "Small Wonder" as the second smallest and sixth least populous state, it is no surprise that there is just one university that offers students higher education opportunities in the rewarding field of social work. The following are the two social work programs that have been fully accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) in Delaware.
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Delaware State University
Department of Social Work
Within a self-contained campus on a historic plot in Dover across more than 400 acres stands Delaware State University, a public land-grant academic institution that is home to more than 3,870 students annually. First established in 1891, Delaware State has a long and proud history in the state that has led to its distinction as the 9th best among Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) according to the U.S. News and World Report. Although the university has a strong focus on research in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Technology (STEM) topics, DSU has also been recognized for its cutting-edge research in the social sciences. In fact, the Department of Social Work within the College of Education, Health, and Public Policy has been ranked as having the 148th best graduate Social Work program in the nation.
Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) Program
Designed to prepare baccalaureate students for generalist practice within entry-level social work professions, the four-year Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) program at DSU consists of 124 credit hours and 12 credit hours of field practicum. The curriculum of the program strongly centers on courses in Social Welfare Policies, Human Behavior, Social Work Practice, Research, Social Environment, and field instruction. Upon graduation, students are prepared to demonstrate their gained knowledge in ten distinct core competencies and all 41 practice behaviors to find successful employment in diverse practice settings with individuals, families, groups, organizations, and whole communities. Since the program is offered at both the Dover main campus and Wilmington satellite, students have the option of enrolling at either campus or taking courses at both campuses simultaneously.
Master of Social Work (MSW) Program
With one concentration on advanced generalist practice, the Master of Social Work (MSW) program accordingly prepares students for advanced clinical practice across various settings with diverse populations experiencing multiple, complex social issues. The rigorous curriculum aims to provide students with a broad understanding of social, economic, political, and interpersonal problems from a global perspective, including the effects of poverty, health disparities, racism, and oppression on populations across the United States. Students can complete the 60-credit program in two years with full-time status, three or four years with part-time status, or within one year for those granted advanced standing status with transfer credits.
Accreditations
- Council on Social Work Education (CSWE)
- Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE)
Contact Information
1200 N. DuPont Highway
Dover, DE 19901
(302) 857-6770
[email protected]
http://www.desu.edu/health-and-public-policy/department-social-work