Be a force for social change in your community – study CSU's Bachelor of Social Work and gain qualifications to help people from all walks of life understand and improve their personal and social wellbeing. As a social worker, you will make a difference in the lives of individuals, families, groups and communities. Social workers are passionate people, dedicated to pursuing social justice and human rights. If this sounds like you, CSU's Bachelor of Social Work will provide the educational foundation you need to make a valuable contribution in in rural areas, metropolitan settings or overseas. Course highlights The Bachelor of Social Work is offered on campus at Wagga Wagga, Dubbo and Port Macquarie, or you can take up online study to complement your work and lifestyle commitments. A flexible combination of both modes is also available. Entry and credit pathways Students who have completed relevant Diploma studies may earn credit into our online and on-campus programs. The Bachelor of Social Work can be completed on campus as part of an integrated program with TAFE NSW at Dubbo and Port Macquarie. There are also several postgraduate study options available. Outstanding reputation CSU is a leading provider of social work education in Australia. While CSU social work graduates can travel the world and work anywhere, they are often found at the heart of social welfare agencies and communities in rural and regional areas. Our academic staff are leaders in social work education, drawing on their extensive industry experience to support your learning. Their expertise delivers a well-rounded approach to course material. Taught within CSU's School of Humanities and Social Sciences, you will also benefit from the latest research that makes a significant contribution to policy and practice. Practical learning Learn about people, communities, groups, social structures, how to think and communicate, and how to respond to need and opportunity. Develop strong practical skills and hands-on learning through 1000 hours of supported workplace learning, offering unique opportunities to observe, question and model social work behaviour. This course includes areas such as child protection, cross-cultural and Indigenous studies, ethics, human rights, law, mental health, psychology, social policy, sociology and in-depth study of the methods and theories of social work. Career opportunities CSU's Bachelor of Social Work will equip you to work with a diverse range of individuals, groups and communities in a variety of settings to make a difference to the quality of their lives. Break down barriers, shape policy and conduct research Improve the livelihoods of individuals and groups including children, older people, Indigenous people, migrants or refugees, or those affected by domestic violence, drug abuse or mental illness. You can do this through direct practice, policy formation, social action and program planning. Make a difference in the public or private sector Advocate for the community through legal aid programs, health and community services, housing and corrections, or provide individual and group counselling, case management and disability advocacy. Establish your own practice A growing number of social work graduates offer clinical services, education and consultation on a fee-for-service basis.