Social Work Major
Uplift families, empower individuals, and heal communities with Champlain's Social Work major.

Transform Lives and Build Communities With In-Demand Professional Skills

Different by Design
Accelerated Master’s Pathway
Our CSWE-accredited program creates a direct pathway to advanced standing in MSW programs—complete your master’s degree in just one year instead of two, saving valuable time and tuition costs.
Real-World Practice Environment
Burlington’s progressive community provides the perfect learning laboratory for developing professional skills in agencies addressing today’s most pressing social challenges.
Immediate Hands-On Experience
You’ll apply classroom concepts in real-world settings throughout your education, building professional connections and workplace-ready skills long before graduation.
Facts & Stats
of Social Work majors in the Class of 2023 achieved career success within six months after graduation. That’s success you can see.
Projected growth of overall employment of social work professionals 2023 to 2033, faster than the average for all occupations, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Sample Courses in the Social Work Major
Our curriculum blends theoretical knowledge with practical application, preparing you for immediate career success. You’ll take courses in:
Career Possibilities
What jobs can I get with a Social Work degree?
You’ll Find a Career In…
- Outreach work
- Case management
- Probation
- Child welfare
- Substance abuse counseling
- Social services
- Behavioral and mental health

Accelerated Masters Degree in Social Work (MSW)
Through our CSWE-accredited Social Work program, you may apply to a Master of Social Work (MSW) program that will allow you to earn a master’s degree in one year instead of two. If accepted, you will save a year of graduate tuition costs.
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More Inside Social Work Major
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Overview
Uplift families, empower individuals, and heal communities with Champlain's Social Work major.
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Curriculum
Gain real-world experience with Champlain's Upside Down Curriculum.
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Faculty
Learn more about the experienced professionals leading Champlain College's social work program who are dedicated to teaching and mentoring you.
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Learning Outcomes
Learn to educate, support, and inspire individuals, families, and communities with Champlain's Social Work major.