Abstract
Critical theory and queer theory are highly relevant to social works objective of social justice. The present study was designed to determine these theoretical concepts relevance and benefits to social work education and practice. Study results from student surveys and course syllabi found low rates of these concepts incorporated into graduate social work programs. Key informant interviews validated these perspectives as necessary for a progressive approach to social work that aims for social justice and the emancipation and liberation of oppressed populations. The literature and key informants suggest that critical social work enables social work to merge micro and macro level work. Merging micro and macro level work enables social work to return to its social justice objectives.