Bachelor of Science in Social Work (BSSW) – Child and Family
Promote the Welfare of Youth and Their Families with Liberty’s BS in Social Work – Child and Family
If you want to bring hope and healing to at-risk children and adolescents, Liberty’s online Bachelor of Science in Social Work (BSSW) – Child and Family may be right for you. Through this degree, you can learn how to address challenges that many young people face, such as grief, neglect, family stress, substance abuse, poverty, and bullying.
This online BSW offers the opportunity to gain hands-on field experience at an approved location near you – which can help you apply what you’ve learned to the real world. The skills taught in this program may be relevant in a variety of settings, including adoption and foster care agencies, group homes, residential treatment facilities, schools, community centers, counseling practices, international work, and missions.
Partner with us and prepare to make a difference in the lives of those around you with an online BSW degree!
Liberty maintains strict compliance with all licensure requirements for the Commonwealth of Virginia.
Not a Virginia resident? We want to help find the best program for you! To view educational requirements and whether a specific program aligns with the licensure requirements for your state, please review our licensure/certification requirements webpage: https://www.liberty.edu/statelicensure/
What Will You Study in Liberty University’s Online BSW – Child and Family Degree?
- Major areas of developmental psychopathology from infancy through adolescence
- Services, practices, and laws that are in place to ensure child and adolescent well-being, safety, and permanency
- Theory, empirical research, and interventions related to behavioral, emotional, and cognitive disorders
- Trauma-informed, evidence-based interventions for children
Our core BSW curriculum covers a variety of essential topics, including research, statistics, chemical dependency, and mental health. You’ll also explore the various ethical challenges facing social work professionals, helping you become equipped to serve with integrity in your career.
By pursuing the child and family cognate, you can gain a niche understanding of how to provide research-informed, evidence-based care to at-risk youth and their families. And, by completing 2 field placements, you can practice applying your skills in the real world while bolstering your résumé.
Potential Career Fields for Bachelor’s in Social Work – Child and Family Graduates
- Adoption services
- Children’s behavioral health
- Family advocacy
- Family support
- Foster care
- Group homes/residential treatment
- Hospital social work
- Prevention services
- Psychiatric social work
- School social work
Note: Many states require an MSW to conduct clinically focused work such as crisis intervention, substance abuse counseling, cognitive behavior therapy, dialectical therapy, and motivational interviewing. Because requirements for becoming a social worker may vary, be sure to research your state’s licensure requirements for more information: https://www.liberty.edu/statelicensure/.
Benefits of Pursuing Your Online BSW – Child and Family Social Work Degree with Liberty University
As a leader in distance education since 1985, we understand what it takes to create a flexible and affordable education for busy people. Since we have been investing in distance and online learning for decades, our experience has taught us how to streamline our degree options so you can focus on what really matters to you. While many schools offer online degrees, we believe Liberty stands out.
Here’s what sets us apart:
- Our online programs are backed by our brick-and-mortar campus – ranked among Niche.com’s Top 5 College Campuses in America – and that commitment to excellence extends to our online students as well. Earning your degree from a nonprofit university with this kind of recognition can help set you apart from others in your field.
- Online undergraduate tuition rates have been frozen for the last 10 years. While many other online colleges have raised tuition, Liberty has been able to keep costs low as a nonprofit university.
- To continue our mission of providing affordable education, electronic textbooks are provided for all undergraduate courses at no additional cost to you. As a full-time student, this could save you an estimated $800-2,000 per year on textbooks!
- Our BSW program is accredited through the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE).
Military Benefits
Service is important to us, so whether you’re currently serving in the Armed Forces, have served, or are married to someone who serves, we’re here to serve you. Liberty’s military benefits are available to:
- Active duty service members of the U.S. Armed Forces
- Reserve/National Guard
- Veterans/retirees
- Spouses of service members and veterans/retirees
- Current Department of Defense employees
We are proud to support you in your pursuit of a flexible and affordable online education by offering you the following benefits:
- Tuition discounts – $250 per credit hour for undergraduate courses
- Additional discount for veterans who serve in a civilian capacity as a First Responder (less than $565 per course)
- 8-week courses, 8 different start dates each year, and no set login times (may exclude certain courses such as practicums, internships, or field experiences)
- Potential college credit for military training
Credit Hours
Available Online
Class Type
Online with one virtual intensive
Transfer Credits
Transfer in up to 75% of the degree total
Next Start Date
Jun 23, 2025
Accreditation
CSWE
