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The Social Work program (designated as a pre-major) holds accreditation from the Council on Social Work Education. Within the Diana R. Garland School of Social Work, students explore concepts of human dignity and social justice. The curriculum emphasizes compassion as the cornerstone for meaningful transformation and service that impacts both individuals and communities. Social Work education trains future professionals to strengthen individuals while promoting equitable systems within organizations and neighborhoods. The program blends comprehensive liberal arts studies with practical fieldwork alongside community experts. Students complete diverse internship placements as part of their degree requirements. Baylor University collaborates with numerous organizations and institutions to provide students with valuable real-world training. Fieldwork locations range from medical centers and faith communities to government and nonprofit social service providers, including facilities serving unhoused populations and healthcare clinics.
Those earning a Social Work degree can pursue careers across multiple sectors such as recovery centers, adoption services, and child welfare organizations. Additional career paths involve healthcare social work or family therapy services.