King's School of Social Work - About

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Mission

The Mission of the School of Social Work at King's University College at Western University is to provide a learning environment characterized by excellence in social work education directed toward developing and fostering ethical and competent professional practitioners, at both the beginning and advanced levels, who recognize the interrelatedness of human needs, social structures and oppressive conditions in their practice with diverse populations. (Approved by School Council September 24, 2020)

Diversity

The School of Social Work and King's University College welcomes applications from all qualified individuals. Our diversity has many different faces and expressions including, but not limited to, age, colour, culture, disability/non-disability status, ethnic or linguistic origin, gender, health status, heritage, immigration status, geographic origin, race, religious and spiritual beliefs, political orientation, gender and sexual identities, and socioeconomic status.

Indigenous

The School of Social Work at King's University College recognizes and acknowledges that we are located in the traditional territories of Indigenous peoples. Given this complex history, we will treat the land and Indigenous people with respect and care, and the School of Social Work will continue to enlarge its commitment to incorporating indigenous knowledge and practice into the curriculum.

The Bachelor of Social Work program at King's led to immense personal and professional development. I finished the program feeling confident and prepared for the many opportunities available to me within and beyond my community.

Ariel Seale, '22Social Work, Four Year (Honours) Bachelor of Social Work - Honours Specialization Social Work

Be ready to jump in, be ready to sink your teeth into a really fast, really intense, really exciting learning experience, because that's exactly what it is.

Brianna MurphyBSW 2014 SW Students' Association President

The diversity of experience and expertise offered by the faculty made King's the best choice for a Master's education. The skills I acquired from this array of professionals prepared me to transition smoothly into the field.

Leah Marshall BSW 2014, MSW 2015

I came to King's because I absolutely love the community feel, it is such a small little tight knit community. The class sizes are very small and intimate so your learning experience is just amplified by that.

Kara Gavigan BSW 2014, MSW 2015

If you are thinking now is a good time to come back for your Master's it's really a great program and you get great support. Life is really fast and while there is never really a right time to come back take that leap of faith because it really worked out for me.

Kara Gavigan BSW 2014, MSW 2015

My field placements have given me the confidence I need to enter the field of social work feeling prepared to support my future clients.

Tonya Salomons BSW4 2016

There are lots of diverse placements and I loved both of mine.

Nicole Turner BSW4 2016

My field placements were the best part of the program for me.

Kai Brooks BSW4 2016

Being part of the King's University College Social Work program is being part of a unique community. You find at its foundation, faculty members who not only offer a wealth of knowledge, but genuine support and encouragement. You experience the intensity of the connection and deep level of understanding that is shared with your classmates. You realize that you're not simply here to learn, but to take social work theory out into the world and experience it. The Social Work program offered at King's reflects a true understanding that it’s not just about academics - it's about people, it's about relationships, and it's about life.

Recent BSW Graduate BSW

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Service Disruptions

Sidewalk Closed
Oct 3, 2023
Please be advised that on October 5 and 6, 2023, the sidewalk from east wing parking lot #2 to Wemple main lobby entrance will be closed while foundation repairs take place. The east wing entrance will still be accessible from parking lot #2.
Sidewalk Closed
Oct 4, 2023
Please be advised that on October 5 and 6, 2023, the sidewalk from east wing parking lot #2 to Wemple main lobby entrance will be closed while foundation repairs take place. The east wing entrance will still be accessible from parking lot #2.
Sidewalk Closed
Oct 5, 2023
Please be advised that on October 5 and 6, 2023, the sidewalk from east wing parking lot #2 to Wemple main lobby entrance will be closed while foundation repairs take place. The east wing entrance will still be accessible from parking lot #2.
Sidewalk Closed
Oct 6, 2023
Please be advised that on October 5 and 6, 2023, the sidewalk from east wing parking lot #2 to Wemple main lobby entrance will be closed while foundation repairs take place. The east wing entrance will still be accessible from parking lot #2.

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