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Social Work

West Virginia University's online social work programs prepare you to impact the well-being and development of individuals and communities. With our MSW and BSW options accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE), they are complemented by experiential learning opportunities that enhance your education. Explore our programs and use your skills to improve lives.
Potomac State College

Pre-Social Work, A.A.

Associate Degree
Begin your journey to becoming a social worker with this online associate degree from WVU. Build a strong foundation in communication, sociology, and core social work principles as you prepare to make a meaningful impact in your community and pursue a Bachelor of Social Work (BSW).
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Eberly College of Arts and Sciences

Social Work - Advanced Standing, M.S.W.

Master's Degree
Build on your BSW and get ready to make a deeper impact. The online advanced standing MSW program at WVU equips you to support individuals, strengthen communities, and drive systemic change.
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Eberly College of Arts and Sciences

Social Work - Regular Standing, M.S.W.

Master's Degree
Begin your path to creating lasting change. Prepare to become a licensed social worker and lead change in communities, organizations, and lives with WVU's online regular standing MSW. Designed for those without a BSW.
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Eberly College of Arts and Sciences

Social Work, B.S.W.

Bachelor's Degree
The online BSW program from WVU seamlessly blends course-based learning with hands-on field experience, empowering you to acquire practical skills and real-world knowledge. Prepare to make a meaningful impact with this comprehensive and immersive program.
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