Creating Solutions Out of Challenges
Social workers help individuals, families, groups and communities improve their quality of life. With our focus on the "person-in-environment" paradigm, our program uniquely prepares you to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those who are vulnerable, oppressed or living in poverty.
The Social Work Program at Auburn University is accredited by the Council on Social Work Education’s Board of Accreditation. Accreditation of a baccalaureate or master’s social work program by the Council on Social Work Education’s Board of Accreditation indicates that it meets or exceeds criteria for the assessment of program quality evaluated through a peer review process. An accredited program has sufficient resources to meet its mission and goals and the Board of Accreditation has verified that it demonstrates compliance with all sections of the Educational Policy and Accreditation Standards.
Social work is one of the fastest growing job markets in the US. According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, social work employment is expected to increase 13% from 2019-2029.
News
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Universities Fighting World Hunger students identifying need and calling on Auburn researchers to provide expertise
Social Work professor Felicia Tuggle collaborates with partners in Liberia, West Africa.
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Jazmyn Dozier featured in Plainsman for starting chapter of the National Council of Negro Women
Dozier is pursuing a degree in social work.
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Shakita Brooks Jones receives Game Changer Award
The award honors a social worker who epitomizes the best of the profession’s values and achievements through specific accomplishments.
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Social work breaks barriers: March is Social Work Month
Social workers are on the frontlines helping our nation overcome a myriad of challenges.
Contact
Dr. Hilary Joyce
Undergraduate Program Director
7030-H Haley Center
Phone 334-844-5014
hdj0002@auburn.edu
Dr. Danilea Werner
Graduate Program Director
7030-F Haley Center
Phone 334-844-2822
dwerner@auburn.edu