Social Work Degree

The social work program at University of North Carolina at Greensboro 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 North Carolina colleges that offer social work degrees.

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University of North Carolina at Greensboro

9201 University City Blvd, Charlotte, NC

University of North Carolina at Greensboro (UNCG) is a public, urban institution of higher education located in the third largest city in North Carolina. UNCG is situated on a 357-acre campus that includes the Gateway University Research Park. UNCG offers more than 100 areas of study, and confers degrees at the undergraduate and graduate levels. There are more than 85 master's degree and doctoral programs available. UNCG also offers continuing education courses and classes online.

The Lloyd International Honors College at UNCG offers a challenging educational experience with an international focus. UNCG has received top ranking and recognition for many of its outstanding academic programs.

History

The University of North Carolina at Greensboro was chartered in 1891.

Academics

The academic calendar for the University of North Carolina at Greensboro follows the semester format with fall, spring and summer semesters. The summer semester is divided into two shorter sessions.

Colleges and Schools

• College of Arts & Sciences
• International Honors College
• Bryan School of Business & Economics
• School of Education
• School of Health & Human Sciences
• School of Music, Theatre & Dance
• School of Nursing
• Joint School of Nanoscience & Nanoengineering 

Many of the academic units at UNCG are divided into centers and institutes.

• Center for Biotechnology, Genomics and Health Research
• Center for Business and Economic Research
• Center for Creative Writing in the Arts
• Center for Drug Discovery
• Center for Educational Research and Evaluation
• Center for Educational Studies and Development
• Center for Geographic Information Science
• Center for Health of Vulnerable Populations
• Center for Innovation in Interior Architecture
• Center for New North Carolinians
• Center for Research Excellence in Bioactive Food Components
• Center for Social, Community and Health Research and Evaluation
• Center for Women's Health & Wellness
• Center for Youth, Family & Community Partnerships
• Family Research Center
• Institute for Community and Economic Engagement
• McDowell Research Center for Global Information
• Music Research Institute
• North Carolina Entrepreneurship Center
• SERVE Center

Student Life

There is on-campus housing available at UNCG, and there is a new initiative in progress to make green sustainability a priority in most of the residence halls. From recent renovations that target water consumption and water flow to recycling and thus use of environmentally friendly cleaning products, the campus is now considered "green."

Students at UNCG can choose to live in themed communities, where the focus is on living green, enjoying Greek Life or multiculturalism at International House. There are also Living Learning Communities, whereby students in residential colleges live together while enrolling in two or more common integrated courses. Students in a residential college are connected to faculty mentors and college traditions.

There are a variety of dining options available on campus, as well as a full calendar of activities and entertainment.

Traditions

The traditional school colors for the University of North Carolina at Greensboro are blue and gold, with white as an accent color. The school mascot is a Spartan (dressed as a Trojan-like warrior), and the athletic teams are nicknamed the Greensboro "Spartans."

Athletics

The UNCG "Spartans" athletic teams compete in many intercollegiate sports, including:

Men's Sports:

• Baseball
• Basketball
• Cross Country
• Golf
• Soccer
• Tennis
• Track & Field

Women's Sports:

• Basketball
• Cross Country
• Golf
• Soccer
• Softball
• Tennis
• Track & Field
• Volleyball

Satellite Campuses

The University of North Carolina at Greensboro has one campus, but offers online courses for distance learning.

Community Life

University of North Carolina at Greensboro offers courses, programs and resources that benefit community members, business leaders and alumni. The community can use the UNCG family clinical services, cultural and sporting opportunities, personal enrichment courses, and business support.

The campus is located in Greensboro, the third largest city in North Carolina. It is situated halfway between Atlanta, Georgia and Washington, D.C. Students and visitors can reach the Blue Ridge Mountains easily by car in about two hours.

Greensboro offers much in the way of entertainment and recreation, including more than 150 parks, many museums, theatre, movies, art galleries, concerts, opera, ballet, and the symphony. The nightlife is vibrant in downtown Greensboro, where there are dozens of restaurants and nightclubs. There are also many shopping malls and restaurants.

Students Enrolled in the Social Work Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. University of North Carolina at Greensboro has offered the following degree levels for students:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• Doctorate Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

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

Salary & Wages

• Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC
  • Total Employment: 470
  • Average Hourly Rate: $35.00
  • Average Annual Salary: $72790

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

Salary & Wages

• Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC
  • Total Employment: 170
  • Average Hourly Rate: $24.76
  • Average Annual Salary: $51500

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

Salary & Wages

• Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC
  • Total Employment: 2
  • Average Hourly Rate: $23.54
  • Average Annual Salary: $48970

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