Online BSSW – Healthcare, Aging, and Medical

What Will You Study in Liberty University’s Online BSSW – Healthcare, Aging, and Medical Degree?

• Effective case management systems, support networks, and ways to identify communities and individuals in need
• How to integrate a client’s religion/spirituality into care, treatment plans, and intervention approaches
• Methods for engaging with clients and families about client education, resource connections, and service navigation
• Research methods and ways to implement systems that cater to client needs and respond to critical care situations like abuse or mental health emergencies

Even though Liberty’s BSW degree is offered online, it still emphasizes practical, hands-on experience. The curriculum skillfully combines academic theory with practical application, featuring field placements. This approach can help equip you with the skills and confidence required for a career in social work.

Potential Careers for Healthcare, Aging, and Medical Social Work Graduates

• Christian counselor
• Gerontology social worker
• Group home social worker
• Healthcare social worker
• Hospital social worker

Note: Many states require an MSW to conduct clinically focused work such as crisis intervention, substance abuse counseling, cognitive behavior therapy, dialectical therapy, and motivational interviewing. Because requirements for becoming a social worker may vary, be sure to research your state’s licensure requirements for more information: https://www.liberty.edu/statelicensure/.

Benefits of Earning Your Online BSSW – Healthcare, Aging, and Medical Social Work Degree with Liberty University

As a leader in distance education since 1985, we understand what it takes to create a flexible and affordable education for busy people. Since we have been investing in distance and online learning for decades, our experience has taught us how to streamline our degree options so you can focus on what really matters to you. While many schools offer online degrees, we believe Liberty stands out.

Here’s what sets us apart:

• Our online programs are backed by our brick-and-mortar campus – ranked among Niche.com’s Top 5 College Campuses in America – and that commitment to excellence extends to our online students as well. Earning your degree from a nonprofit university with this kind of recognition can help set you apart from others in your field.
• The majority of tuition for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs has not increased in 9 years. While many other online colleges have raised tuition, Liberty has been able to keep costs low as a nonprofit university.
• To continue our mission of providing affordable education, electronic textbooks are provided for all undergraduate courses at no additional cost to you. As a full-time student, this could save you an estimated $800-2,000 per year on textbooks!
• Our BSW program is accredited through the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE).
• Discover field-tested techniques for addressing human services issues in your community.
• Complete field placements in your area, allowing you to learn under practicing agents and gain real-world experience.

Military Benefits

Service is important to us, so whether you’re currently serving in the Armed Forces, have served, or are married to someone who serves, we’re here to serve you. Liberty’s military benefits are available to:

• Active duty service members of the U.S. Armed Forces
• Reserve/National Guard
• Veterans/retirees
• Spouses of service members and veterans/retirees
• Current Department of Defense employees

We are proud to support you in your pursuit of a flexible and affordable online education by offering you the following benefits: 

• Tuition discounts — $250 per credit hour for undergraduate courses
• Additional discount for veterans who serve in a civilian capacity as a First Responder (less than $565 per course)
• 8-week courses, 8 different start dates each year, and no set login times (may exclude certain courses such as practicums, internships, or field experiences)
• Potential college credit for military training