A research unit funded by Bell Canada to conduct research on child welfare in Canada. The unit has its own extensive web site at cwr.utoronto.ca . In 1914, the University of Toronto established the first university school in Canada for the education of social workers and in 1920, the first university chair of social science. The name School of Social Work was adopted in 1941, changing in 1972, to the Faculty of Social Work. The program partners graduating MSW students with experienced professionals who assist the students with job search skills and strategies.
All classes are wheel chair accessible.
An integrated full-time program of classroom study and social work practicum. Students with a B.S.W. enter Year II of the Program. Up to 10 students with a B.S.W. degree will be accepted for part-time studies. An interdisciplinary, individualized program of courses and research. Two years residency is required.