Bachelor of Science in Faith-Based BS in Social Work (with Addictions Track) Specialization in Nonprofit Program Planning

Program Overview

Degree abbreviation

B.A. in Faith-Based Social Work

Total program length

120 semester credit hours

Normal completion time

Four academic years

General education

36 credit hours

Faith-Based Social Work core

63 credit hours

Professional application courses

15 credit hours

Capstone requirement

6 credit hours

The Bachelor of Arts in Social Work with a concentration in Addictions and a specialization in Nonprofit Program Planning provides a rigorous academic foundation for students seeking to serve vulnerable populations through organizational leadership and supportive services. The curriculum integrates the structural principles of human services with specialized study in substance use dynamics and the strategic management of nonprofit entities. Students engage with complex social issues through an interdisciplinary lens, balancing the theoretical demands of human behavior with the practical realities of organizational stewardship.

The Bachelor of Arts in Faith-Based Social Work integrates a robust general education foundation with comprehensive study in social work theory, behavioral science, human development, professional ethics, and empirical research. The curriculum emphasizes the development of practical competencies in crisis awareness, community-based referral systems, strategic nonprofit program development, and specialized support for addictions, enabling graduates to serve diverse populations through an informed, faith-centered perspective.

Florida's current standard establishes a minimum of 120 semester credits for a bachelor's degree and at least 30 general-education credits for a Bachelor of Arts. This curriculum exceeds the general-education minimum.

Program Details

• Total Credits: 120
• Duration: 4 years
• Degree Level: Bachelor

General education | 36 credit hours

• Faith-Based Social Work core | 63 credit hours
• Professional application courses | 15 credit hours

Capstone requirement | 6 credit hours

• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• ENG101 | College Composition | 3 | None
• SOC110 | Introduction to Sociology | 3 | None
• MIN105 | Foundations of Servant Leadership | 3 | None
• MAT120 | Introduction to Statistics | 3 | None
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• PSY120 | General Psychology | 3 | None
• CHR115 | Foundations of Ethical Reasoning | 3 | None
• COM210 | Professional Communication | 3 | ENG101
• BIO150 | Human Biology | 3 | None
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• SOC220 | Social Welfare Systems | 3 | SOC110
• COU201 | Principles of Addiction Studies | 3 | PSY120
• BUS210 | Foundations of Nonprofit Management | 3 | None
• HIS250 | World History and Culture | 3 | None
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• SOC240 | Research Methods in Social Work | 4 | MAT120
• COU250 | Dynamics of Addiction and Recovery | 3 | COU201
• MGT305 | Resource Development and Stewardship | 3 | BUS210
• HUM300 | Humanities Elective | 3 | None
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• SOC310 | Social Policy Analysis | 3 | SOC220
• COU320 | Community-Based Addiction Programming | 3 | COU250
• BUS350 | Strategic Planning for Nonprofits | 3 | BUS210
• RES301 | Academic Writing and Research | 3 | ENG101
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• SOC380 | Social Justice and Advocacy | 3 | SOC220
• MGT410 | Nonprofit Financial Management | 3 | MGT305
• COU415 | Prevention Strategies | 3 | COU320
• SOC400 | Social Work Ethics and Values | 3 | SOC220
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• MGT450 | Program Evaluation and Metrics | 4 | SOC240, BUS350
• COU450 | Addiction and Community Health | 3 | COU415
• BUS420 | Organizational Behavior in Nonprofits | 3 | BUS210
• SOC401 | Professional Identity and Career Development | 3 | CHR115
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• CAP490 | Senior Capstone Project | 4 | Final semester standing
• SOC495 | Current Issues in Social Services | 3 | Senior standing
• MGT490 | Nonprofit Leadership Practicum Seminar | 3 | Senior standing
• HUM480 | Humanities Elective II | 3 | None

Career Opportunities

• Nonprofit Program Coordinator
• Community Outreach Specialist
• Addiction Services Administrator
• Grant Writer for Human Service Agencies
• Volunteer Services Manager
• Social Service Case Liaison
• Community Development Consultant

Important Notices

• The program educates ethical professionals who demonstrate technical excellence, servant leadership, professional integrity, and a commitment to apply sound principles to advance faith-based organizations, strengthen communities, and contribute responsibly.
• HBIU is a lawfully operating nonpublic faith-based postsecondary institution that maintains its status under section 1005.06(1)(f), Florida Statutes. The University annually affirms its compliance with the requirements applicable to faith-based institutions in Florida through Commission for Independent Education.
• HBIU accreditation from QAHE (for quality assurance in pre-tertiary and higher education mechanisms). QAHE offers globally recognized accreditation and quality assurance for higher education, training providers, and professional institutions worldwide. Students should consider the nature and scope of this recognition in relation to their individual certification and professional goals.
• Transfer credit is evaluated individually based on course content, credit hours, grades, institutional documentation, program requirements, and applicable university policies. Although HBIU provides academically structured programs, no institution can guarantee that another college, university, employer, licensing board, or credential-evaluation service will accept its credits or credentials. Students are encouraged to obtain advance written confirmation from the intended receiving organization.
• The program develops academic knowledge and applied competencies for service in faith-based organizations, nonprofit institutions, community programs, and related professional environments. Some occupations associated with the subject area may be regulated by governmental or professional authorities. A degree from HBIU demonstrates completion of the University's academic requirements but does not, by itself, confer professional licensure or legal authority to perform regulated services.
• Where a program is related to an external certification, eligibility is determined exclusively by the applicable certifying organization. Certification bodies may establish additional requirements involving education, examinations, experience, background screening, continuing education, or membership. HBIU does not guarantee certification eligibility or examination approval unless a formal written agreement expressly provides otherwise.
• Career and occupational information is provided to help students make informed educational decisions. Employment outcomes depend on factors such as the graduate's experience, geographic location, professional qualifications, employer requirements, economic conditions, interviewing ability, and any applicable licensure or certification requirements. Completion of a program does not constitute a promise of employment, promotion, job placement, or a particular occupational title.
• This program is delivered through online instruction. Students must have access to the technology, equipment, internet service, software, and learning resources identified in the University's technology requirements.
• Internship or field-experience participation is subject to academic eligibility, site availability, supervisor approval, and the requirements of the participating organization. The University assists students with the placement process but cannot guarantee placement with a particular organization, supervisor, location, or schedule.
• Students are responsible for reviewing the catalog, understanding program requirements, providing accurate information, meeting academic and financial obligations, and verifying whether the program supports their intended educational or professional goals.
• Completion of a University program does not authorize a graduate to use a professional title that is protected or restricted by law. Graduates must use titles that accurately reflect their education, credentials, employment role, and current licensure or certification status.
• Degree abbreviation | B.A. in Faith-Based Social Work
• Total program length | 120 semester credit hours
• Normal completion time | Four academic years