Social Work, M.S.W.

Social Work, M.S.W. is a Masters program taught at Governors State University, USA. The program is offered in campus-based modes with full-time options.

The Social Work degree described here is a Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) at Governors State University. The program prepares students for entry-level, professional social work practice as generalists in health and human service systems, with a focus on concrete direct services and case management. It emphasizes social justice, critical thinking, reflective practice, experiential and service learning, advocacy, self-care, professional development, and leadership.

Delivery is on campus with classes being web-enhanced. Classes meet one day per week for 2 hours and 50 minutes. General Education and prerequisites may be offered on campus, online, or hybrid. The total degree is 120 hours, including general education/prerequisites, required courses, upper division and social work selectives, and electives, with an optional child welfare electives component.

The program aims to serve returning adult learners and culturally and economically diverse students. It includes learning opportunities such as guest speakers, forums, symposiums, visits to communities, and collaborative learning between community practitioners and students. Students also have access to field internship opportunities and experiential learning, service learning, and study abroad opportunities.

The minimum requirements for admission in Social Work, M.S.W. at Governors State University for all applicants (Domestic or International) are:

• program specific academic requirment set by Governors State University.
• English Language OR any other language requirments as set by Governors State University as pre-requiste for admission in Social Work, M.S.W..

Note: Please check the university website in the link below.

Please check detail of study units at https://www.govst.edu/academics/programs/social-work-bsw

• Entry-level, non-clinical positions in social services
• Child welfare specialists
• Substance use counselors
• Case managers
• Social welfare assistants

80 fully funded scholarships are listed for USA. See USA scholarships.