社会工作是一门专业和学术学科，涉及对社会福利，社会变革和社会正义的追求。USU的社会工作计划致力于解决当代社会问题，例如贫困，种族主义，歧视和经济不公。USU的社会工作计划已获得社会工作教育理事会的认可，为学生做好了准备在公共和私人社会服务机构中担任各种职务，其中包括儿童福利，青年服务，心理健康，刑事司法，老龄化和医疗保健方面的工作。学生学习如何进行批判性思考，以有效地干预世界各地的个人，家庭，团体和社区。他们还学会利用宣传和行政技能来促进社会变革。此外，犹他州立大学的教职人员在保持对学生开放的同时进行研
Social work is a professional and academic discipline involving the pursuit of social welfare, social change, and social justice.The social work program at USU is committed to the resolution of contemporary social problems, such as poverty, racism, discrimination, and economic injustice.USU’s social work program, which is accredited by the Council on Social Work Education, prepares students to enter into a wide variety of positions in public and private social service settings, which can include work in child welfare, youth services, mental health, criminal justice, aging, and health care. Students learn how to think critically in order to intervene effectively with individuals, families, groups, and communities throughout the world. They also learn to utilize advocacy and administrative skills as a means to promote social change. Additionally, faculty members at Utah State conduct research while maintaining open availability to students.<br><br>Upon graduation, students are prepared to be licensed as social workers. In order to certify in the state of Utah, students must show proof of graduation and pass the National Basic Social Work exam and the State of Utah Law and Ethics exam.Students desiring additional preparation for employment in the social services may complete a dual major in sociology and social work. With the help of advisors, students who will seek positions in other special areas could include appropriately related courses.Students receive a by completing all required courses in the major. To receive a BA, students must also gain proficiency in one or more foreign languages.