Pikeville College - Academic Affairs - Division of Social Science - Social Work Program

 
 

Social Work - Admission Procedures

Students who choose a major in social work must complete a formal application to the Social Work Program after completing the program prerequisite courses (PSY 110, SOC 119 & SW 215). Students must also meet the following additional criteria:

  1. The applicant must be enrolled at Pikeville College.
  2. The applicant must submit an application for admission to the Division of Social Sciences no later than the following dates:
    • Fall semester — May 1
    • Spring semester — October 1
  3. The applicant must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.50 on all completed college work.
  4. The applicant must have earned a combined 3.0 GPA in PSY 110, SOC 119 and SW 215.
  5. The applicant must complete the application process in its entirety.
  6. The applicant must agree to a criminal background check, which is necessary for field education/practicum placement.
  7. The applicant must review and sign a declaration to behave in a manner consistent with the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) Code of Ethics at all times.

*Note: Admission to Pikeville College does not guarantee admission to the Social Work Program.

The Application: The Social Work Program application for admission requires the student to complete a written application and autobiography which details the student’s motivation for a career in social work, commitment to the profession, interests and goals, as well as strengths, skills, abilities and areas for growth. As part of the application process, students are also required to sign a declaration stating that they have reviewed the NASW Code of Ethics and agree to behave in a manner consistent with the code at all times.

The Process: Once the application has been completed and is received by the program director, social work faculty members will review each application. The program will then make a recommendation regarding each application to the Social Work Committee regarding admission to the program. The program may recommend a student for admission, conditional admission or admission denial. Conditional admission would permit admission to the Social Work Program but outline specific conditions which must be met (i.e. increase in GPA, repeat course, etc.) within a specified time frame in order to continue in the program. The Social Work Committee is composed of all program faculty members, two representatives from the College faculty (one being from the Division of Social Sciences), two local professional social workers and two social work majors. The committee will then make a recommendation for each student application. The student will then be notified in writing within two weeks of the date of the decision of the committee.

If admitted, students are required to attend a Social Work Program Student Orientation. This orientation serves as an informational session for the new admissions regarding program policies, procedures, curriculum and an introduction to CSWE standards. In addition, the orientation also provides the opportunity for new students to meet program faculty members and established social work students and provides time for students to ask questions regarding various aspects of the program.
Social Work