University of Pikeville School of Social Work

I am so incredibly proud. We are growing by leaps and bounds, and this announcement is only one of many to come. You definitely want to keep an eye out for the School of Social Work.

UPIKE Earns National Recognition for Play Education Therapy | UPIKE The University of Pikeville (UPIKE) School of Social Work has received national recognition for its leadership in mental health education, earning designati ...

April 1st is Wear Blue Day, and the UPIKE School of Social Work teamed up with organizations across the Commonwealth to show support for child abuse prevention. We want to see your blue! Please share your Wear Blue Day pictures in the comments.

Registration starts today! You know you want to take this amazing class co-taught by Dr. Kilgore-Bowling and Professor Stratton (Nursing). Sign up now!

Today's Social Work Spotlight, was created by one of our BSW students!

Help us fill 60 Easter baskets for children in our community! Donations can be made in any amount. Visit the link to donate now.

https://www.givecampus.com/schools/UniversityofPikeville/upike-school-of-social-work-easter-basket-fundraiser-2026

ATTENTION Students and Alumni!!! You don't want to sleep on this offer!!!

Do you want to take the licensure exam? Are you afraid or struggling? Let the Kentucky Board of Social Work assist you with our workshop that will cover information that test-takers can expect to encounter on the ASWB licensing exam. A thorough review of test content as well as an analysis of test taking strategies and study tips.

WHEN: Thursday, January 8th and Friday, January 9th 2026.
Master & Clinical participants must register for both days
BSW participants will only register for Thursday

COSTS: MSW and Clinical $45
BSW $25

REGISTER @ bsw.ky.gov
Deadline to register is December 28, 2025

**Materials for the workshop will be mailed prior to the begin date. Please include your complete address for the materials. There are no late registrations after the December 28th date.

PRESENTER: Dr. D is a Professor with the School of Social Work at the University of Central Florida in Orlando. For over 17 years she is considered an expert in social work and created the social work exam prep course that has helped over 20,000 social workers across the US successfully pass the exam.

With this workshop you will receive:
Comprehensive workbook with full sample test. Continued access to Dr. D until you successfully pass the exam