Social Work - We make a difference.
Do you enjoy working in a variety of settings with individuals, families, groups or communities? Are you a good problem solver? Then you should consider a Bachelor of Social Work degree from Lamar University.
Social work is an action-oriented profession that helps individuals, families, groups, organizations and communities identify and develop strengths and resources to address personal, social and societal problems. Social workers make a fundamental difference.
Social Work Degree
The Bachelor of Social Work Program prepares graduates for generalist social work practice. Graduates of the program are eligible to take the state licensing examination administered by the Texas State Board of Social Work Examiners.
We are an accredited program which entitles our Bachelor of Social Work graduates to apply for advanced standing in graduate school and for licensure after graduation.
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Employment Opportunities
Our degree program will prepare you for professional practice in a number of social work fields, including:
- Hospitals, hospice, and other medical facilities
- Military and veteran agencies
- Human service agencies
- Mental health facilities
- Government and policy
- Private practice
- Child welfare
- Schools
- Women's shelters
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics employment of social workers is projected to grow 13 percent through 2029, much faster than the average for all occupations. Median annual wages for social workers in 2020 were as follows:
| Type | Salary |
| Social workers, all other | $64,210 |
| Healthcare social workers | 57,630 |
| Mental health and substance abuse social workers | 48,720 |
| Child, family, and school social workers | 48,430 |