Content related to each of these areas is addressed throughout the curriculum. It consists of general courses in social welfare policy and services, human behavior in the social environment, social research, social work practice, and field education. The Advanced Curriculum builds upon the professional foundation and provides advanced knowledge and practice skills in the concentration selected by the student. To avoid duplication of the Foundation content, graduates of accredited baccalaureate programs are eligible for advanced standing and the school waives twenty-two credits for students entering with advanced standing. Students who do not hold a bachelor's degree in social work from a program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education may exempt certain Foundation courses by passing proficiency examinations.
Field work is an essential component throughout the course of study.
Students have opportunities to practice social work within various human services settings. In the field experiences, students build upon and apply principles, concepts, and theories taught in classes that are scheduled concurrently with field practica or taken prior to entry into the field. Experiences are designed to promote development of discipline in the use of self as a professional person. Placement sites are diverse in service and are chosen because of the practice experiences they offer. Direct practice involves service to individuals, families, and groups.