MSW Specialization
Children, Youth & Families
Gain an advanced understanding of the systems serving children, youth, and families while learning to support within the framework of state and federal legislation.
You’ll be prepared to:
- Assess and address trauma risk and impact.
- Build resilience in youth and their families.
- Design effective interventions based on best practices.
- Evaluate the impacts of systemic barriers.
Regular Standing Curriculum
Required 30 Credit Hours for traditional (regular standing) students. Students without a BSW degree. All courses are required.
- SWK 506 Introduction to the SW Profession (3 cr.)
- SWK 507 Diversity, Human Rights, and Social Justice (3 cr.)
- SWK 502 Research I (3 cr.)
- SWK 505 Social Policy Analysis and Practice (3 cr.)
- SWK 508 Generalist Theory and Practice (3 cr.)
- SWK 509 SWK Practice: Organizations, Communities and Societies (3 cr.)
- SWK 5XX Group Theory and Practice (3 cr.)
- SWK 519 Community and Global Theory and Practice (3 cr.)
- SWK 661 Executive Leadership Practice (3 cr.)
- SWK 555 Practicum I (3 cr.)
Advanced Standing Curriculum
Required 30 Credit Hours for all students. All courses are required.
- SWK 517 Assessment in Mental Health and Addictions (3 cr.)
- SWK 519 Community and Global Theory and Practice (3 cr.)
- SWK 623 Practice Evaluation (3 cr.)
- SWK 651 Practicum II (3 cr.)
- SWK 652 Practicum III (3 cr.)
Specialization Courses
- SWK 618 Social Policy and Services (CYF) (3 cr.)
- SWK 6XX New name (3 cr.)
- SWK 633 Children, Youth and Families Practice II: Working with Diverse and Transitioning Families (3 cr.)
- SWK 634 Group and Community Based Practice with Children and Families (3 cr.)
- Required 3 credit hours from a social work elective (courses available)
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