The 24-credit minor in Social Work emphasizes the knowledge and skills necessary for
students to think critically and to develop beginning helping skills.
The goal of the Social Work program is to provide students the educational background
necessary for competent generalist social work practice in a range of human service
settings and/or to pursue graduate study in social work or related disciplines.
Why ESU?
The Social Work minor not only complements the Sociology and Criminal Justice majors
offered in the department, but also education and other disciplines in the behavioral,
social and health sciences.
The minor emphasizes the knowledge and skills necessary for students to think critically
and to develop beginning helping skills.
The minor provides students with the educational background necessary for competent
generalist social work practice in a range of human service settings and/or to pursue
graduate study in social work or related disciplines.
The Social Work Minor is an important addition to many majors
Students in majors such as Psychology, Criminal Justice, Health Sciences and Education
find that social work courses add to their skill set and preparation for the field,
strengthening their future employment prospects as a helping professional.
Career Development at ESU
We'll help you launch your career. Support services are available through the ESU
Career Development Center. The center offers a variety of internship opportunities,
career planning, and employment services to all ESU students and alumni.
