 Accreditation & History
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Social work program established in 1945
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Oldest undergraduate
program in the state of Iowa and one of the oldest in the Midwest
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Accredited by the Council on Social Work Education
Employers
and graduate schools look for students who have graduated from an accredited
program. The BA degree in social work is equivalent to the BSW degree
as recognized by the Council of Social Work Education.
B.A.S. Police Science Program - Course Requirements (PDF)
- While it is possible to obtain an entry level position in law enforcement with an AS degree, a bachelor’s degree is a prerequisite for career advancement.
- Wartburg’s BAS Police Science degree allows students considerable flexibility in the courses needed for graduation. If they choose, students can earn a minor in psychology, community sociology, social welfare, or other related disciplines.
- This degree allows students to earn credit for internships, field experiences, and other opportunities that provide professional exposure and networking. Students also have the option for independent study, enabling them to explore specific topics of personal/professional interest.
- Students accepted into this program are provided with a faculty advisor from the point of application who assists them in transferring academic credits from Hawkeye Community College and provides guidance in selecting courses that best meet their interests and professional goals.
Personal Attention & Individualized Learning Experiences
- Social work is a growing and expanding major
- Class sizes are small,
averaging between 15 and 25 students
- Classes facilitate
group work and class discussion and provide students with hands-on practical
learning experiences in and outside of the classroom.
Placement
Success & Graduate School
Students have been accepted at graduate
schools throughout the US., including four of the top 10 MSW programs.
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