Social Work

Counseling (M.S. and Ph.D.)

Change lives. Including your own.

A career you can feel good about is within reach with a Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) degree from National Louis University. You’ll gain knowledge, skills and experience in social work processes, collaborative problem-solving, direct practice, advocacy and community organizing—all in the name of uplifting individuals and communities.

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Learn with us and discover who you can be with a B.A. or M.A.T. in Secondary Education from National Louis University.

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Psychology & Behavioral Sciences

Be exactly what 
the world needs 
right now

Social workers play an essential role in helping individuals, families and communities navigate challenges, access support and create meaningful change. A BSW from NLU can prepare you for a range of people-centered career paths, such as:

  • Child Welfare Specialist
  • Community Organizer
  • Substance Abuse Counselor
  • Disability Specialist
  • Coorections Specialist
  • Community Health Advocate

400

Hours of practice with an integrated seminar

What To Expect

A Program with Real Experience. A Path to Effecting Real Change.

field expierence

Community engagement is woven into coursework through community-based assignments, interactions with professional networks and more. Plus, you’ll complete 400 hours of practica with an integrated seminar.

Expert faculty

Learn from professors with real-world experience as social workers, bringing years of expertise in various roles and organizations and engaging, evidence-based practices to the classroom.

Customizable degree

Choose from a variety of concentrations and minors, including Psychology, Criminal Justice, Business and Humanities, among others, that let you tailor your degree to your passion and interest.

Flexible classes

We offer online, campus-based and blended class formats, including evening class options, so you can fit your degree around your busy schedule.

Field Experience

Community engagement is woven into coursework through community-based assignments, interactions with professional networks and more. Plus, you’ll complete 400 hours of practica with an integrated seminar.

Expert Faculty

Learn from professors with real-world experience as social workers, bringing years of expertise in various roles and organizations and engaging, evidence-based practices to the classroom.

Customizable Degree

Choose from a variety of concentrations and minors, including Psychology, Criminal Justice, Business and Humanities, among others, that let you tailor your degree to your passion and interest.

Flexible Classes

We offer online, campus-based and blended class formats, including evening class options, so you can fit your degree around your busy schedule.

Real Questions. Straight Answers.

Still wondering if NLU’s Social Work (BSW) program is right for you? Let’s address the things that matter most.

What can I do with a Bachelor of Social Work?

A BSW can help prepare you for roles in social services, community programs, child welfare, advocacy, case management, behavioral health support and related fields. It can also serve as a foundation for future graduate study in social work or related areas.

Yes. Students complete 400 hours of practica with an integrated seminar, giving them the opportunity to apply what they learn in real-world social work settings.

Social work prepares students to support individuals, families and communities through direct service, advocacy and systems-level problem-solving. It’s a strong path for students who want to help people while also addressing the broader challenges that affect their well-being.

Your career in social work starts here.

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