I ntroduction to the S chool of S ocial W ork Introduction Welcome to Stephen F. Austin State University and the School of Social Work. The academic program of study you have chosen is one that leads to the preparation of generalist social workers for entry level professional practice. Upon completion of the requirements for the Bachelor of Social Work degree, you will have demonstrated the knowledge, skills, values and abilities to work with individuals, families, groups, organizations and communities in a variety of settings in order to help people solve problems.
Social work is a rewarding profession.
Every day we receive reports from the media about varied problems that confront our society. Social workers are in the forefront of efforts to change problems such as child abuse, mental illness, homelessness and juvenile crime. Social workers make a difference in the lives of many people each day by helping them resolve problems that confront them. The School of Social Work at Stephen F. Austin State University has a commitment to excellence in the preparation of students as professional social workers. The BSW Program in Social Work has been accredited by the Council on Social Work Education since 1979.