They may work during break periods and summers and may perform fieldwork in their agency subject to school policies. They receive full tuition and fees, costs for required books, and a travel allowance for each day of class or fieldwork. The schools that offer a part-time option are noted on the list below. Selection of Students Students apply to individual schools and must meet normal admissions requirements. Admitted students may apply for the IV-E financial aid by completing an application form.
Priority is given to current employees and minority applicants.
Only current county and state DSS employees may be admitted to part-time study. Applicants who are current employees must have a letter of support from their agency director. Stipend recipients must agree to participate in the complete child welfare specialization as defined by the School, must have a valid driver's license and secure use of a car as required for fieldwork, and must undergo pre-screening for county employment. Academic Requirements Students complete the entire MSW child welfare program at their school including the equivalent of two years of fieldwork. One year of fieldwork must be in a county Child Welfare Service serving IV-E children and families.