Master of Social Work at University of Hawaii at Manoa

University of Hawaii at Manoa

United States of America, Honolulu

University Rank:#546

The Social Work at University of Hawaii at Manoa is a Full Time Master program offered at the university's main campus in Honolulu , United States of America. The program is delivered on campus in English and can be completed in 2 years. Students develop academic knowledge and practical skills that prepare them for future careers in this field. The next available intake starts on August 16, 2027.

About Master of Social Work

Overview The Social Work program offered by University of Hawaii at Manoa objectives reflect the 10 competencies identified as crucial to practice by the Council on Social Work Education (2008).These objectives were affirmed by the MSW Program Committee (2012) and integrated into courses across the master’s curriculum. Upon completion of course work and practicum placement, an MSW student will be able to:Identify as a professional social worker and conduct her/himself accordingly.Apply social work ethical principles to guide professional practice.Apply critical thinking to inform and communicate professional judgments.Engage diversity and difference in practice.Advance human rights and social and economic justice.Engage in research-informed practice and practice-informed research.Apply knowledge of human behavior and the social environment.Engage in policy practice to advance social and economic well-being and to deliver effective social work services.Respond to contexts that shape practice.Engage, assess, intervene, and evaluate with individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities I want to find another Master Course

The Social Work program at University of Hawaii at Manoa prepares professional social workers for advanced practice with individuals, families, groups, organizations and communities in one of four fields of service: children and families, mental health, health and gerontology.

Disciplines

Social Work

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Master of Social Work at University of Hawaii at Manoa

Academic Requirements

English Requirements

IELTSMin 6
TOEFLMin 100

Other Requirements

1To be eligible, an applicant must hold or expect to hold prior to matriculation a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited U.S. college or university, or an equivalent degree from a recognized non-U.S. institution of higher education. At minimum, the applicant needs to demonstrate above average academic performance (B average, usually a 3.0 on a 1.0-4.0 scale) for undergraduate course work and for any post-baccalaureate or graduate course work. Because the number of qualified applicants exceeds the number of spaces available, admission is competitive. Meeting minimum admissions standards does not guarantee admission.

Tuition and Fee Information for Master of Social Work at University of Hawaii at Manoa

Master of Social Work at University of Hawaii at Manoa

University of Hawaii at Manoa

United States of America, Honolulu