The second year, the concentration, consists of intense classroom coursework in the Fall semester and a block practicum placement in the Spring semester. Second year students must also complete a paper that is of publishable quality. Please note that courses are only offered in the semesters indicated on the charts. Advanced standing students enter the MSW Program in the summer of each academic year and must complete 36 credits. The summer coursework prepares students from various social work programs to enter the concentration year of the program.
Students practice the skills and knowledge learned in the classroom in field practicum placements.
3 Total Hrs. 14 Total Hrs. 3 Total Hrs. 15 Total Hrs. This course explores the history, traditions, ethics, purpose, philosophy and knowledge base of the social work profession.