Social Work (Foundation)
General
Program Title
Social Work (Foundation)
Degree Designation
MSW
Award Type
Masters
Program Level
Graduate
Instruction Mode
On Campus
Program Description
The MSW Foundation Program offers both full and part time programs of study. Applicants who have completed a Bachelor's degree with the required (see Admissions Section) enter the MSW Program as Foundation students. Advanced Standing Students (those applicants who already hold a degree in Social Work) join the Foundation students in their second year of study.
Department/Unit(s)
College/School
College of Health and Wellness Professions
Status
Active
Admission Requirements
What previous degree and/or experience is required prior to admission to this program?
Bachelors Degree
Minimum undergraduate GPA for admission
3
Other requirements applicants MUST complete prior to admission.
This track is designed for students who have not completed a bachelor's degree in social work. Students with a bachelor's in social work should apply for the Advanced Standing track.
Admissions process.
Applicants should submit a written essay: three to five (3-5) typed doubled spaced pages (12 point font). Include citations for any sources used. Please respond to the questions below:
a. How are your career goals consistent with:
i. The mission of the Department of Social Work;
ii. The mission of the MSW Program; and
iii. The values of the Social Work profession as articulated in the NASW Code of Ethics?
b. Describe a social justice issue that is of interest to you and describe the contribution you plan to make toward the resolution of the problem.
a. How are your career goals consistent with:
i. The mission of the Department of Social Work;
ii. The mission of the MSW Program; and
iii. The values of the Social Work profession as articulated in the NASW Code of Ethics?
b. Describe a social justice issue that is of interest to you and describe the contribution you plan to make toward the resolution of the problem.
Required GPA for graduation
3
Requirements
Program Learning Outcomes
Outcome
Demonstrate ethical and professional behavior.
Outcome
Engage diversity and difference in practice.
Outcome
Advance human rights and social, economic, and environmental justice.
Outcome
Engage in practice-informed research and research –informed practice.
Outcome
Engage in policy practice.
Outcome
Engage with individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities.
Outcome
Assess individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities.
Outcome
Intervene with individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities.
Outcome
Evaluate practice with individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities.
Degree Maps
Major Code
8089
Program Code
7354