The Social Work Program at the University of Findlay prepares future-ready social workers to lead with compassion, ethics, and real-world skills. Grounded in scientific inquiry and a person-in-environment perspective, graduates are equipped to serve diverse communities and make a meaningful impact.
Gerontology
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Become a Doctor of Occupational Therapy
The social work major is designed to prepare students for a smooth transition and success in the University of Findlay’s Doctor of Occupational Therapy Program. Click here to learn more about the Doctor of Occupational Therapy Program.
As a graduate of Findlay with a degree in social work, a wide range of employment possibilities include:
- Mental health facilities
- Child welfare and adoption agencies
- Hospitals and public health agencies
- Schools community centers
- Family services
- Facilities for the developmentally disabled
- Non-profit organizations such as United Way
- Homeless shelters
- Youth centers
- Community action agencies
- Local, state and national government agencies
- Drug treatment and rehabilitation facilities
- The Social Security Administration
“The most exciting part of the program was going into the community and seeing social workers work. In my first field placement at a local organization, I worked with and helped children. I got to give back to the community right away.”
Timothy Lafferty ’15