BA in Social Work in Fairbanks United States | University of Alaska Fairbanks

Social workers assist individuals in navigating life's toughest obstacles, addressing problems like financial hardship, prejudice, violence, substance abuse, physical limitations, marital breakdown, and job loss. They collaborate with people, organizations, and neighborhoods to avert emergencies while guiding clients to better manage daily pressures. This profession demands understanding of psychological growth, societal structures, economic systems, cultural norms, and how these elements interconnect. Pursue your social work degree at UAF and train for fulfilling careers focused on helping others. We aim to teach versatile social work professionals who enhance the welfare of people, households, and societies, with special attention to rural Alaskan diversity. The curriculum features a rigorous 400-hour final internship allowing hands-on practice in social service settings under professional supervision.