Social Work
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    Social Work

    Kennesaw State University
    Kennesaw State University
    United States of America
    United States of America, Kennesaw
    University Rank:#1001
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    Duration2 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    USD 43,591 / Year
    Next IntakeAugust 14, 2023
    Social Work

    About

    Master of Social Work

    The Master of Social Work (MSW) degree at Kennesaw State University in Georgia will provide you the skills and knowledge needed to become an innovative social worker who facilitates and enhances the well-being of individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities.

    The Master of Social Work (MSW) degree is designed to prepare you for entry-level professional practice in social work. Upon graduation, you will be eligible to take the Licensed Master of Social Work (LMSW) exam. You may also pursue further clinical supervision requirements to become a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW).

    The KSU social work degree offers a full-time program of study with a focus on clinical social work practice. The program consists of four academic semesters (two years) of 60 credit hours, with 48 of these credit hours spent in the classroom and 12 in supervised field practicum sites located throughout the Atlanta area. It should be noted that the MSW Program does not offer advanced standing.

    Clinical Field Practicum

    You will be required to complete a clinical field practicum at an agency site approved by the department. First-year students in the full-time program of study spend two full days in a field practicum setting, and second-year students in the full-time program of study spend three full days in a field practicum setting.

    Competencies

    The Master of Social Work degree enables you to make informed, evidence-based decisions regarding best practices in responding compassionately and ethically to diverse human needs through psychotherapy, family counseling, and case management.

    The KSU MSW degree is fully accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE), supports quality social work education and provides opportunities for leadership and professional development to enable social workers to play a central role in achieving social and economic justice goals. The Council recognizes CSWE's Commission on Accreditation for Higher Education Accreditation as the sole accrediting agency for social work education in the United States.

    The Master of Social Work program at Kennesaw State University is a clinical program and is designed to prepare you for entry-level professional practice in social work. Upon graduation, you are eligible to take the Licensed Master of Social Work (LMSW) exam and you may also pursue further clinical supervision requirements to become a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW).

    Disciplines

    Department of Social Work and Human Services

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    1. Completed online Graduate Application
    2. $60 non-refundable application processing fee*
    3. Official transcripts from each college or university attended. If the institution is outside the U.S., an international credential evaluation will be required. Applicants must not send international transcripts directly to Kennesaw State University.
    4. Bachelor's degree from a Regionally Accredited college or university with a minimum GPA of 2.75
    5. Additional requirements by program


    *Application fee may vary by program
    **For doctoral programs, please complete a new application

    NOTE: Master of Science in Data Science and Analytics was formerly Master of Science in Applied Statistics and Analytics. If you apply prior to July 1, apply to MS Applied Statistics and Analytics.

    English Requirements

    • IELTSMin 6.5
    • TOEFLMin 80

    Career

    What can you do with a Social Work degree?

    The social work degree will prepare you for a wide array of career paths to choose from, including clinical and nonclinical, such as:

    • Human Services Case Manager
    • Child Welfare Case Manager
    • Human Services Administrator
    • Adoption Placement Specialist
    • Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Worker
    • Geriatric Social Worker
    • School Social Worker
    • Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
    • Social Work Professor
    • Healthcare Social Worker

    Fee Information

    Application Fee 60

    How to Apply

    1. There is a $60 non-refundable application processing fee*.

    2. New applicants will be asked to create a login for the application portal. This login will also be used to upload documents, check the receipt of supplemental materials and check the status of your application.

    3. The online application should be used:

      1. For those seeking admission to The Graduate College for the first time.

      2. For previous or current KSU graduate students who are pursuing a different program or degree level (e.g., Certificate, Masters, Specialist, or Doctorate).

    NOTE: For those who have been previously enrolled as a KSU Graduate student and wish to continue in the same program**, but have NOT taken classes in the last 3 semesters (your status is inactive), please complete the Readmission Form.

    Social Work
    Kennesaw State University
    Kennesaw State University
    United States of America

    United States of America, Kennesaw

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