Social Work (MSW)
The Master of Social Work (MSW) program offers a full-time blended in-person and online classroom experiences. The focus on Advanced Generalist social work practice, with an emphasis on the uniqueness of small and rural communities, prepares students for both advanced direct practice and indirect practice in a wide variety of public and private social service, healthcare, clinical and educational settings. Students learn from faculty dedicated to high quality social work education through extensive field work, innovative teaching techniques, and applied learning opportunities. Once students complete the program and pass the entry-level MSW licensure exam, graduates are eligible to apply for the LGSW level social work licensure in Minnesota and throughout the United States, which is required for most advanced practice social work. Students are provided with core clinical content knowledge and skills to pursue clinical social work licensure.
For MSW Program policies refer to the MSW Student Handout.
Program Requirements
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Foundation Core - Required of all students admitted into the Traditional Program (TR)
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Advanced Standing Core - Required only for students admitted into the Advanced Standing Program (AS)
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Specialization Core - Required of all students
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Capstone Course
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