The B. A. in Social Work at Pacific Lutheran University is designed to prepare individuals for entry-level generalist social work practice. The social work curriculum is based on an integrated, developmental approach to learning and reflects a national consensus on social work education.
You must be accepted to the social work program before you can declare a social work major. To declare a minor, schedule an appointment with Kathy Russell, Program Director.
Students preparing to apply to the social work program are advised to include these courses in their program of study: BIOL 111, ANTH 102, PSYC 101/190, and SOCI 101/190. Students interested in a survey of social work and its opportunities are encouraged to take SOCW 101/190, Introduction to Social Work.
Students may also choose an 18 credit minor in social work which complements many majors including Psychology, Sociology, Communications, Nursing, Religion, Global Studies and others.