Study Social Work at Dillard University

Bachelor of Arts in Social Work

Begin your journey in social work at Dillard University, completing 122 credit hours of coursework to earn your degree. Tailor your education with 21 elective hours aligned with your career aspirations, guided by academic advisors.

Dive into courses in psychology, sociology, government, and biology to develop a holistic understanding of social issues. Engage in service learning and community service projects to apply your knowledge in real-world settings, preparing you to make a difference in the lives of others. Apply today and become a leader in advancing social justice and welfare in your community.

• Requirements for Bachelor of Arts Degree in Social Work
• General Core Curriculum

Earn your Social Work Minor at Dillard University by completing 18 credit hours of coursework focused on essential topics in social welfare and work. Delve into courses covering social welfare policy, human behavior, community organization, and more, gaining valuable insights and skills to address social issues and adv

• Social Work Minor Requirements

Student Learning Outcomes

Graduates of the Social Work program will:

1. Integrate or use of the major social work theories and policies relative to their implications for social work practice.
2. Demonstrate the applications of social work practice interventions in social work practice relative to the specific needs of clients served.
3. Demonstrate the application of research and statistical – intermediate- data analysis relative to social work practice – complete written research and statistical report evidence-based on social work practice.
4. Demonstrate effective communications – written and oral – skills.

Social Work Learning Competencies: Guided by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) 

The Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) Educational Policy and Accreditation Standards require that all social work students develop ten competencies. Although the program is not accredited at this time – a work-in-progress – our curriculum is developed, with some limitations, to reflect the nine competencies.

The nine (9) competencies are:

• Competency 1: Demonstrate Ethical and Professional Behavior.
• Competency 2: Engage Diversity and Difference in Practice.
• Competency 3: Advance Human Rights and Social, Economic, and Environmental Justice.
• Competency 4: Engage In Practice-Informed Research and Research-Informed Practice.
• Competency 5: Engage in Policy Practice.
• Competency 6: Engage with individuals, Families, Groups, Organizations, and Communities.
• Competency 7: Assess Individuals, Families, Groups, Organizations, and Communities.
• Competency 8: Intervene with Individuals, Families, Groups, Organizations, and Communities.
• Competency 9: Evaluate Practice with Individuals, Families, Groups, Organizations, and Communities.

Steve Buddington, Ph.D., M.S.W., LMSW
sbuddington@dillard.edu 
Professor of Social Work
Ph.D. in Social Work, Tulane University
Location: Michael and Shaun Jones Hall 233
Office: 504.816.4178

Octavia Edinburg, M.S.W.
oedinburgh@dillard.edu
Instructor of Social Work
M.S.W., Southern University at New Orleans
Location: Michael and Shaun Jones Hall 
Office: 504.816.4815

Dana Gumas
dgumas@dillard.edu
Social Sciences Administrative Specialist
Location: Michael and Shaun Jones Hall 251
Office: 504.816.4701
Fax: 504.816.4185