The purpose of the Social Work Program is to prepare competent and effective entry-level social work professionals for a generalist social work practice at the baccalaureate level of a liberal arts education and to prepare students for graduate education in social work. The generalist uses interventive methods within a systems framework to assist various size client systems with problem-solving. At Ursuline College, the generalist social work practitioner skills, attitudes and knowledge base is strengthened by meting the Ursuline Studies Program outcomes of being able to analyze and synthesize, communicate effectively, interact socially, make decisions based on values, respond to beauty, solve problems and take responsibility for society. Career opportunities for graduates in social work abound . Social workers have a central role in government, in private nonprofit, and for profit human service organization.
Social workers participate in legislative advocacy, and community change-oriented organizations.
Urban, suburban, and rural aspects of the greater Cleveland metropolitan area offer job opportunities for graduates. Currently social workers' employment opportunities are considered in the growth dimension of the labor market. This figure can range higher, depending on funded positions, advanced education, and credentials.