BSW
Education & Academia abbreviation · Degree
| Stands for | Bachelor of Social Work |
|---|---|
| Categories | Education & Academia |
BSW stands for Bachelor of Social Work, a degree abbreviation.
Undergraduate social work degree accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) that prepares graduates for generalist practice and includes at least 400 hours of supervised field education. BSW holders can often enter an MSW program with advanced standing and finish it in about one year.
Example: With a BSW, he qualified for advanced standing and completed his MSW in 12 months.
Usage notes
Written B.S.W. Many states license bachelor's-level practitioners, for example as a licensed baccalaureate social worker, after the ASWB bachelors exam. Psychotherapy and clinical diagnosis, however, require an MSW followed by supervised clinical experience and a separate license.
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