Social Work Degree

The social work program at California State University – Monterey Bay prepares students for careers as an adolescent specialist, child and family social worker, healthcare social worker, mental health and substance abuse social worker, and more. The program focuses on social welfare administration and counseling, as well as studying organized means of providing basic support services for vulnerable individuals and groups. Program courses include: social welfare policy, case work planning, social counseling and intervention strategies, and administrative procedures and regulations. Get more details below including other Rhode Island colleges that offer social work degrees.

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California State University – Monterey Bay (CSUMB)

Ten Metacom Ave, Bristol, RI

CSUMB, a public institution, offers a large number of program options, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Seaside, CA, it offers a rural setting for students to study in. Over four thousand students enroll at CSUMB annually.

Students may select from a few areas of study, including:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Liberal Arts And Sciences
• Psychology
• Recreation And Fitness Studies
• Social Sciences
• Public Administration And Social Services

The admissions process begins with the submission of an application, school records, and test scores, which are then reviewed by the admissions office. Most students admitted to California State University - Monterey Bay achieve an SAT score between 840 - 1080, or an ACT composite score between 18 - 23. California State University - Monterey Bay admits about 50 percent of applicants. Of those admitted, nearly 15 percent of students registered for enrollment. More information regarding admissions can be found here.

The tuition at CSUMB varies based on the state of residence of the student. In-state residents pay close to $6,600 per year, while out-of-state residents are charged $19,000 annually. Housing may be available for students who wish to live on-campus for around a cost of $6,300 for the year. Some students at this school may be eligible for financial aid, which is typically offered in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

The California State University - Monterey Bay Otters participate in several intercollegiate athletic programs, within the NCAA. Athletic programs that are available include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division II)
• Basketball (NCAA Division II)
• Golf (NCAA Division II)
• Soccer (NCAA Division II)

Students who wish to see more about this school may check out their website at http://www.csumb.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Social Work Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. California State University – Monterey Bay offers a master's degree program in social work.

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Social and Community Service Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate the activities of a social service program or community outreach organization. Oversee the program or organization's budget and policies regarding participant involvement, program requirements, and benefits. Work may involve directing social workers, counselors, or probation officers.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, social and community service managers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 9.5% from 2014 to 2024

Marriage and Family Therapists

Description

Diagnose and treat mental and emotional disorders, whether cognitive, affective, or behavioral, within the context of marriage and family systems. Apply psychotherapeutic and family systems theories and techniques in the delivery of services to individuals, couples, and families for the purpose of treating such diagnosed nervous and mental disorders.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, marriage and family therapists employment is expected to grow at a rate of 14.8% from 2014 to 2024

Counselors, All Other

Description

All counselors not listed separately.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, counselors, all other employment is expected to grow at a rate of 11.0% from 2014 to 2024

Child, Family, and School Social Workers

Description

Provide social services and assistance to improve the social and psychological functioning of children and their families and to maximize the family well-being and the academic functioning of children. May assist parents, arrange adoptions, and find foster homes for abandoned or abused children. In schools, they address such problems as teenage pregnancy, misbehavior, and truancy. May also advise teachers.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, child, family, and school social workers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 6.2% from 2014 to 2024

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).