Department of Sociology and Social Work

It takes a truly selfless person to disregard personal feelings. To commit oneself to helping others attain social justice and to work to help meet the physical, emotional, economic, and social needs of someone else is challenging, and shows great character. But it also takes an understanding of the profession and knowledge of how to facilitate change. Are you ready for the challenge?

Overview

PLNU offers a social work major through the Department of Sociology and Social Work. Students begin their lower level courses by studying a variety of fields including sociology, biology, economics, and psychology. Upper division courses include a look at social and child welfare, race and ethnicity, and human behavior.

Majors are required to complete a social work practicum. Students will be placed in approved social agencies, supervised by professional social workers. Entry-level practice placements include work with children, the aged, families, the homeless, and other special needs populations in a health, corrections, residential, community, or mental health setting. A student must complete a minimum of 200 hours of social work practice.

Special Features:

• Practicum with working professionals.
• Opportunity to join social work-based campus clubs.
• Opportunity to earn student scholarships based on academic excellence.

Career Opportunities:

• Hospital or Adult Care Facility Worker
• Child Welfare Facility Counselor
• Drug Rehabilitation Facility worker
• Nonprofit Organization Operator
• Human Services
• Probation and Criminal Justice
• Mental Health Facility Administration