Minor in Social Work

Social workers improve lives in every corner of society. Grounded in trauma-informed and human rights perspectives, the Minor in Social Work program will give you an overview of this growing profession and key social work values, principles and skills. Explore how social systems impact individuals, communities and society — and how social workers intervene to challenge injustice and help those in need.

By earning a minor in social work, you will:

• Understand human behavior and well-being through a social work lens, including how individuals are affected by trauma, human rights violations, poverty, inequality and oppression
• Explore how social workers alleviate problems in various settings, communities and levels of practice
• Develop policy analysis skills and learn how you can advocate for a more equitable society
• Gain interpersonal and helping skills to effectively build relationships and work with diverse populations
• Complement your undergraduate major to prepare for graduate school or careers in service agencies, nonprofits, government, health care and other sectors

Note: Students who complete the social work minor will not be eligible to practice as a licensed social worker or apply for the Advanced Standing track in our Master of Social Work (MSW) program. To continue your social work education, explore the BA/MSW joint degree program or the Traditional track in our on-campus MSW or online MSW programs.