The MSW Program provides students with core academic content and the competencies needed to function as advanced social work practitioners. Graduates will be eligible for the Licensed Master of Social Work (LMSW) and to pursue further clinical supervision requirements to become a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW).

The Curriculum
The MSW program is a full-time course of study. Advanced standing is open to those that have completed a Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) from a CSWE accredited institution. The one year, three-semester program requires 39 credit hours. All other applicants are considered for the two-year, four-semester program, which consists of 60 credit hours, 48 in the classroom and 12 in supervised field practicum. Students may choose to specialize in one of two practice areas: Family and Children Services or Addiction/Substance Abuse Services.

Family and Children Services
The Family and Children Services specialization focuses on the economic, social status and service needs of families, youth and children. Special courses of study are designed for students interested in child welfare, mental health, juvenile justice, and other areas of service to families and children. Students electing this specialization may qualify for Title IV-E stipends.

Addiction/Substance Abuse Services
This specialization explores the interaction of physical, psychological and social aspects, as well as clinical methods of treatment, early intervention and prevention, using the disease concept of chemical dependency. Students who pursue this specialization will be positioned to become Certified Addiction Counselors (CAC) following additional course work and supervised experience.

Field Practicum
Supervised direct practice with individuals, groups, or families in an agency training setting introduces students to the realities of everyday work with clients in an agency setting. Placement areas include, but are not limited to, community mental health, child welfare, and substance-abuse treatment. Advanced practice students complete two advanced practicum courses; those in the two-year program complete four courses.