About the Program
Our Social Work with Criminal Justice dual degree program prepares students to handle complex societal challenges that can affect the safety and well-being of a community.
Through theory and hands-on experience, students explore traditional patterns of criminal behavior and prosecution while also studying human rights and the advancement of social, economic, and environmental justice for vulnerable populations.
- Introduction to Criminal Justice
- Introduction to Social Work
- Ethical Issues in Criminal Justice
- Social Work Practices with Communities
- Human Behavior and Social Environment I
Student Outcomes
A degree from the School of Social Work will better prepare you for today’s job market. Through field internships, research, and social work practice, you will gain the necessary skills and experience to make a difference. A Monmouth education has led our graduates to fulfilling careers in:
- Child Welfare
- Community organizing
- Gerontology
- Grant or policy writing
- Mental health
- Social work
- Substance abuse treatment
Students graduating with this dual degree may enter fields including corrections, juvenile justice, rehabilitative services, law enforcement, and victim advocacy. Some may continue their education by pursuing a master’s degree in criminal justice or social work.
Social work licensure regulations differ from state to state. Many states require a MSW degree to become a licensed social worker. Please visit the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) for additional information on each state’s requirements.
Christa Hogan, MSW, LCSW
Senior Lecturer;
BSW Program Director