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SW 101 - Intro Social Work
Acquaints students with the values of and fields of practice within the social work profession. Emphasis on human diversity and generalist practice.
| Term | Type | Class Number | Credits | Start Date | End Date | Instruction Mode | Instructor |
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| 2025 Fall | Undergraduate | 91369 | 3 | 08/25/2025 | 12/09/2025 | Web Based (Asynchronous) | Jose Parra |
SW 250 - Social Welfare Hist & Policy
Explores the historical development of the social work profession and current policies governing the social service delivery system within the United States.
| Term | Type | Class Number | Credits | Start Date | End Date | Instruction Mode | Instructor |
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| 2025 Fall | Undergraduate | 85613 | 3 | 08/25/2025 | 12/09/2025 | Web Based (Asynchronous) | Elizabeth Degarmoe |
SW 321 - Basics Professional Comm
Development of basic communication and observational skills needed for subsequent social work methods courses.
| Term | Type | Class Number | Credits | Start Date | End Date | Instruction Mode | Instructor |
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| 2025 Fall | Undergraduate | 85621 | 3 | 08/25/2025 | 12/09/2025 | Web Based (Asynchronous) | Marina Murphy |
SW 437 - Aging and Addiction
A multidisciplinary overview of factors affecting the identification, intervention and treatment of substance-related and behavioral addictions in older adults. (CAS 437, GERO 437 and SW 437 are cross-listed; credit may be earned in one of the three.)
| Term | Type | Class Number | Credits | Start Date | End Date | Instruction Mode | Instructor |
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| 2025 Fall | Undergraduate | 90572 | 3 | 08/25/2025 | 11/23/2025 | Web Based (Asynchronous) | Teresa Sacks |
| 2025 Fall | Undergraduate | 90574 | 3 | 08/25/2025 | 11/23/2025 | Web Based (Asynchronous) | James Von Busch |
| 2025 Fall | Undergraduate | 90575 | 3 | 08/25/2025 | 11/23/2025 | Web Based (Asynchronous) | Teresa Sacks |
| 2025 Fall | Undergraduate | 90576 | 3 | 08/25/2025 | 11/23/2025 | Web Based (Asynchronous) | James Von Busch |
SW 440 - Intro SW Research
Examines concepts, principles and methods of scientific inquiry, emphasizing qualitative and quantitative designs, assessment of practice and program effectiveness, and critical use of existing research.
| Term | Type | Class Number | Credits | Start Date | End Date | Instruction Mode | Instructor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Fall | Undergraduate | 85609 | 3 | 08/25/2025 | 12/09/2025 | Web Based (Asynchronous) | Uriel Gonzalez |
| 2025 Fall | Undergraduate | 85610 | 3 | 08/25/2025 | 12/09/2025 | Web Based (Asynchronous) |
SW 460 - Addiction: FASD
Basic information regarding consequences of in utero substance exposure involvement and methods necessary to intervene with this special population. (CAS 460 and SW 460 are cross-listed; credit may be earned in one of the two.)
| Term | Type | Class Number | Credits | Start Date | End Date | Instruction Mode | Instructor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Summer | Undergraduate | 51270 | 3 | 05/19/2025 | 08/13/2025 | Web Based (Asynchronous) | Leigh Tenkku Lepper |
| 2025 Fall | Undergraduate | 90573 | 3 | 08/25/2025 | 11/23/2025 | Web Based (Asynchronous) | Adaobi Anakwe |
SW 461 - Death and Dying
Examines attitudes toward death and associated grief processes.
| Term | Type | Class Number | Credits | Start Date | End Date | Instruction Mode | Instructor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Summer | Undergraduate | 51269 | 3 | 05/19/2025 | 08/13/2025 | Web Based (Asynchronous) | Alycia Barnwell |
SW 466 - Disablty-Soc/Hlth
Exploring physical and mental disability from a biopsychosocial and cultural perspective. Integrates theories of behavior, policies, practice models and research in disability-related topics.
| Term | Type | Class Number | Credits | Start Date | End Date | Instruction Mode | Instructor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Summer | Undergraduate | 51706 | 3 | 05/19/2025 | 08/13/2025 | Web Based (Asynchronous) | Aleksa Owen |
| 2025 Fall | Undergraduate | 85612 | 3 | 08/25/2025 | 12/09/2025 | Web Based (Asynchronous) |
SW 480 - Field Exp Soc Wrk I
This course is the first of the sequence of two, six-credit courses constituting the social work field education program required of all Generalist Practice Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) students. It consists of completing 225 hours at a supervised practicum in an approved practicum site that provides opportunities for students to demonstrate social work competencies and integration of professional content through a seminar course.
| Term | Type | Class Number | Credits | Start Date | End Date | Instruction Mode | Instructor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Fall | Undergraduate | 85601 | 6 | 08/25/2025 | 12/09/2025 | Web Live (Synchronous) | Crystal Akutey |
| 2025 Fall | Undergraduate | 85597 | 6 | 08/25/2025 | 12/09/2025 | Web Live (Synchronous) | Jessica Rosas |
| 2025 Fall | Undergraduate | 85598 | 6 | 08/25/2025 | 12/09/2025 | Web Live (Synchronous) | William Feuerborn |
| 2025 Fall | Undergraduate | 85604 | 6 | 08/25/2025 | 12/09/2025 | Web Live (Synchronous) | Marina Murphy |
Classes FAQs
Nevada Online at the University of Nevada, Reno offers a premier online education experience that combines quality, flexibility, and accreditation. As a program of the University of Nevada, Reno, Nevada Online is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU), a recognized regional accrediting agency, ensuring your degree meets high standards of academic rigor.
With Nevada Online, you'll receive the same curriculum and learn from the same faculty as on-campus students, while enjoying the flexibility to study from anywhere in the world. The University of Nevada, Reno is ranked among the best national universities in the country by U.S. News & World Report, providing assurance of a quality education.
When choosing the best online college, consider your specific needs, program offerings, accreditation, and flexibility—all areas where Nevada Online excels.
Yes, absolutely! The University of Nevada, Reno offers a variety of online classes and degree programs through Nevada Online, designed specifically for adult learners who need flexible options.
Nevada Online offers a wide range of courses across many disciplines during spring, summer, and fall terms, including subjects like accounting, business, history, art, sociology, and more. With online courses taught by University faculty, Nevada Online provides degrees, programs, minors, certificates and more tailored to students who need flexibility in their education.
Whether you're interested in completing a full degree program or just taking individual courses, Nevada Online makes it possible to advance your education on your own schedule.
Nevada Online courses are primarily offered in an asynchronous format, meaning you can take courses and complete your education on your own schedule without having to be online at specific times. This provides maximum flexibility for working professionals and students with other commitments.
Courses are carefully designed by faculty working together with instructional designers and technologists to create engaging, high-quality learning experiences in the university's learning management system, WebCampus.
Each online course retains the academic rigor of traditional classroom learning while incorporating dynamic elements ranging from animation to virtual reality to enhance the learning experience. You'll complete assignments, participate in discussions, take exams, and engage with course materials all online, while receiving support from both instructors and fellow classmates.
Nevada Online offers asynchronous courses, which means you don't need to be online at specific times each day—you can access course materials and complete your work whenever is most convenient for you. This flexibility allows you to fit your education around your work schedule, family responsibilities, and other commitments.
Rather than having set daily class times, online courses follow the University's academic calendar with structured deadlines for assignments, discussions, and exams throughout the semester. Most courses are organized into weekly modules, allowing you to plan your study time according to your personal schedule while still maintaining steady progress.
To view specific class schedules and requirements, you can visit MyNevada after reviewing the course catalog for accuracy.
Tuition for Nevada Online programs varies by program, and online students benefit from not having to pay some of the fees required from on-campus students. Nevada Online offers competitive tuition rates, and you can use the cost calculator on the website to get an estimate of the direct expenses (tuition and fees) for your selected online program.
Financial aid is available for online students through the Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships, which administers various university, state, and federal-based financial aid programs including scholarships, loans, grants, and work study opportunities.
Some online graduate programs (such as the Online Master of Social Work and Master of Science in Cybersecurity) have different tuition rates than standard programs, so it's important to check the specific costs for your program of interest.
To begin taking online classes through Nevada Online, follow these steps:
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Apply and be accepted to the University of Nevada, Reno. You can begin this process as early as October of your senior year in high school for incoming freshmen.
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Submit required documentation including applicable test scores or placement documentation, transcripts, etc.
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Meet with an academic advisor to discuss your educational goals and plan your course schedule. For online students, advising can be completed through virtual appointments.
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Register for classes using MyNEVADA, the university's student information system.
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Pay tuition and fees by the deadline to avoid late payment charges.
For personalized guidance, you can speak with an advisor who can help you find a path that aligns with your educational goals.
Online college classes through Nevada Online can be more affordable than traditional on-campus classes in several ways:
For many Nevada Online students, online learning is more affordable because they don't need to pay some of the fees—such as health insurance—that are required from on-campus students.
Nonresident students who exclusively take online courses and whose addresses are outside of Nevada may qualify for discounted nonresident tuition fees through the NSHE Predictable Pricing Program.
Beyond tuition, online students also save on costs associated with commuting, parking, housing, and meal plans, making the overall cost of education potentially lower.
To get a clearer picture of costs for your specific situation, you can use the online program cost calculator available on the Nevada Online website.
Nevada Online courses are primarily offered in an asynchronous format, which allows you to complete coursework on your own schedule without needing to be online at specific times. This provides significant flexibility, but courses still follow structured deadlines.
While these courses offer flexibility in when you complete your work, they typically aren't completely self-paced without any deadlines.