School Social Work
Methodist University’s School Social Work program prepares and trains student to develop skills in becoming a trained mental health professional focused on the school-age audience.
Common Career Paths
Some of the top jobs for those with a School Social Work bachelor degrees include school social worker, school counselor, social work supervisor, child welfare worker, and much more.
Common Salary Ranges for Graduates
As mentioned above, there’s a long list of career opportunities for those with School Social Work degrees. But, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports the average annual salary for the following positions (which may require additional education) in North Carolina in 2021:
- Child, family, and school social worker: $54,880
- Social work teacher: $77,650
- Counselor: $56,410
Average Tuition Cost
The average cost for an incoming residential freshman to attend MU is less than $18,000 – similar to the cost of attending one of the big-box public schools, but with the enhanced value of a highly-regarded private school with a 12:1 student-to-faculty ratio.
While tuition varies, depending on a student’s financial aid package, it’s important to know that the average financial award for an incoming residential freshman at MU is more than $34,000.
Financial Aid & Scholarships
More than 97% of MU students receive some form of financial aid, with the University offering more than $24 million annually to students for scholarships. If a student is active military, family of active military, or a veteran, they may also qualify for MU’s military education benefits.
Interested in Methodist University’s School Social Work program?
If you have questions, reach out to Dr. Carla Fagan using the contact info at the bottom of the page. If you’re ready to apply today, click the button below!
Frequently Asked Questions
As mentioned above, there’s a long list of career opportunities for those with School Social Work degrees. But, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports the average annual salary for the following positions (which may require additional education) in North Carolina in 2021:
- Child, family, and school social worker: $54,880
- Social work teacher: $77,650
- Counselor: $56,410
Some of the top jobs for those with a School Social Work bachelor degrees include school social worker, school counselor, social work supervisor, child welfare worker, and much more. Learn more about career opportunities for the BSW program.
School social workers possess the skills in becoming a trained mental health professional focused on the school-age audience.
Licensure Requirements
Required Core Courses
9 credits
| EDU 1420 Field Experience I (1) | EDU 4070 Professional Orientation (2) |
| EDU 2510 Foundations of Education (3) | SWK 3400 School Social Work (3) |
All other requirements for the Social Work major, admission to the Social Work Program and admission to Teacher Education. Admission to Teacher Education must be completed prior to drop/add of the semester prior to the field placement. The Field Placement must be in a school setting. Students must have a cumulative grade point average of at least 2.75 and a grade of C or better in all social work courses and the student’s minor professional sequence. Methodist University also offers licensure in School Social Work in an online format, taken in conjunction with the online Bachelor of Social Work.
Child Welfare Collaborative Requirements
Achieve a grade of B or better in the required core course, SWK 3750 Child Welfare (3 credits), as well as:
- Successfully complete an interview with the Child Welfare Collaborative Committee
- Complete all requirements for the Social Work major
- Complete a Field Placement in a NC Department of Social Services Child Welfare Setting.
This course is also available in an online format when combined with the online Bachelor of Social Work.
Interested in the Social Work Program?
Contact
Carla Fagan, Ph.D.
