Students in a University of Calgary Faculty of Social Work Class

Programs

We offer a full range of in-person, online and blended undergraduate, graduate and professional development social work programs. 

Bachelor of Social Work Programs

Offered at our Calgary, Edmonton or Lethbridge campuses, our blended BSW is a combination of on campus and online learning. 

You'll be on campus one day per week.

Online courses consist of a mix of real time classes at set times and learning that can be done on your own schedule.

Our online BSW allows you to pursue your education remotely. This offers flexibility in where you learn.

Courses are offered entirely online and there is no requirement to come to campus.

You'll attend live classes online at specific times (Mon. & Wed. evenings | Sat. mornings), and complete other independent learning that can be done on your own schedule.

Graduate Programs

Choose from a variety of program delivery options and specializations. 

If you don't have a social work degree, your Master of Social Work journey begins with a year of foundational social work education. 

We have a range of MSW specializations:

Clinical Social Work Practice:  Prepares students to conduct therapeutic assessments and interventions with individuals, families, and groups in a range of settings.

International and Community Development: Prepares students to engage with policies, practices and ethical approaches to working with diverse populations in global and local contexts.

Leadership in the Human Services: Prepares students with practical and theoretical skills to lead human service organizations. [Offered in Fall 2023 as a Graduate Certificate for BSW degree holders]

A research-based degree designed to produce highly qualified social work researchers and educators. This program is based in Calgary.

Graduate level education and skill development for social workers who have a BSW degree. Certificates are designed to advance the practice of working, professional social workers. Offered online with in-person residencies.

Professional Development

We offer a wide variety of professional development seminars and short-programs to support social workers in a variety of subject areas.

Graduate certificates are graduate-level education, and applicants must have a Bachelor of Social Work degree.