Program Structure

The MSW is a 60-credit, full-time program.

During the first year of the program, students receive comprehensive training in generalist social work practice with individuals, families, groups, organizations and communities.

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Students become familiar with prevention and intervention methods designed to promote client well-being, based on scientific inquiry and best practices. Students also participate in a supervised field practicum approximately 15 hours per week.

During the second year of the program, students obtain training in specialized practice with children, youth and families. Course topics include clinical practice, family interventions, child and family policy, and child abuse and neglect. Students also participate in a supervised field practicum at an agency serving children, adolescents and/or families for approximately 20 hours per week.

Program Requirements

Year 1	Fall Semester	Credits
SOWK 500	Generalist Social Work Practice I: Individuals, Families and Groups	3
SOWK 501	Diversity, Oppression and Social Justice	3
SOWK 502	Social Welfare Policy and Services	3
SOWK 503	Human Behavior and the Social Environment	3
SOWK 504	Field Education Seminar I	3

Year 1	Spring Semester	Credits
SOWK 520	Generalist Social Work Practice II: Organizations and Communities	3
CHAD 603	Research and Evaluation	3
SOWK 522	Social Work Assessment and Diagnosis	3
SOWK 523	Field Education Seminar II	3
	Elective	3

Year 2	Fall Semester	Credits
SOWK 600	Clinical Practice with Children, Youth and Families I	3
SOWK 601	Practice Evaluation	3
SOWK 602	Child and Family Policy	3
SOWK 603	Field Education Seminar III	3
	Elective	3

Year 2	Spring Semester	Credits
SOWK 620	Clinical Practice with Children, Youth and Families II	3
CHAD 502	Child Abuse and Neglect	3
SOWK 622	Field Education Seminar IV	3
	Elective	3
	Elective	3
	Total Credits	60