Alumni Benefits

As a BUSSW alum, you have access to a wide range of resources that will support you as you enter the social work profession.

Professional Education

Take your career to the next level with our wide range of professional education options including certificates, webinars, and courses from The Network for Professional Education and the Center for Aging & Disability Research & Education. Each year, the Network and CADER hosts dozens of workshops, seminars, and certificate programs that provide continuing education credits, the opportunity to advance professionally, and stay on the cutting edge of the field.

All BUSSW alumni receive a 10% discount on professional education opportunities through The Network.

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BUSSW Career Services

Connect directly with Director of Career Services, Alumni and External Relations, Dana Benton, to learn more about the resources available to all BUSSW alumni: dana@bu.edu

Workshops & Programs

Explore a sampling of career and job search-related workshops, panels, and programs hosted by BUSSW:

- MSW Alumni & Student Mixer
- Resume Workshop
- Loan Forgiveness Program Workshop
- Social Work Licensure Presentation

Licensure

Licensure as a certified or clinical social worker opens many doors in the profession. Not only is it increasingly a requirement in many government and institutional settings, it often comes with higher rates of compensation and the general public’s peace of mind and confidence.

- 91% of BUSSW graduates successfully pass their social work licensure exam upon graduation.
- Each state has different regulations for social licensing and certification. If you are interested in being licensed in a state or applying for reciprocity, information from the destination state is essential.
- You can obtain a contact list for different state boards through the Association of Social Work Boards.
- Seminar Presentation on Licensing

BU Connects

Connect with other BU community members through BU Connects, a global platform exclusively for BU alumni, students, faculty, and staff.
You’ll find access to a suite of networking tools and career resources, including industry and affinity groups, a networking directory, mentoring, and jobs and internships.
BU Connects is also integrated with LinkedIn, so you can do all of your BU personal and professional networking in one digital environment.

Join BU Connects

BU Handshake

BU Handshake is the university’s online hub for career resources and the number one site for students to find jobs.
It allows you to browse for jobs and internship opportunities and to learn and register for events, including networking sessions, panels, career fairs, and more.

Join BU Handshake

BU Center for Career Development

- The university’s Center for Career Development offers many resources for alumni and students.
- The Boston University Alumni Association also offers a host of benefits that are available to all BU alumni.