Social Work Certificate (Department of Social Work)
Focus
Provide students with the coursework necessary to obtain state certification.
Certification
Students take courses in a variety of departments in order to fulfill the state requirements for social work certification. However, these courses are typically unavailable to students who are not a declared Social Work major. The department recommends that students consider applying for a double major in Social Work if they are interested in obtaining state certification as a social worker.
Further information
- More information regarding the Social Work program is available in the Undergraduate Course Catalog and also on their website.
- An overview of the major, as well as information about the Social Work and Social Welfare undergraduate majors is available on their website .
- Further information regarding Social Work courses and departmental requirements is available on their website .
Requirements
The Department of Social Work accepts a set number of undergraduates into the major each semester. Students must apply for these positions in order to gain acceptance into the major. Coursework for declared Social Work majors includes courses in a variety of departments, and includes field placements or internships. For more specific requirements, reference the Undergraduate Course Catalog or contact the Social Work Department.
Contact Information
Further questions can be directed to:
Department of Social Work Undergraduate Advisors
Judy Switzkey (Rm 316B) or Lisa Fell (Room 342)
1350 University Avenue, Madison, WI 53706
(608) 263-3660
Website: http://socwork.wisc.edu/new_web/
