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Advance Your Social Work Career with a Graduate Certificate

Specialize in high-demand areas like Forensic, Trauma, Gerontology, School Social Work, or Veterinary Social Work.

Our Graduate Certificates let you tailor your MSSW degree with advanced, real-world training in high-demand areas of practice. Build expertise, strengthen your credentials, and graduate prepared to stand out in a competitive job market.

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What Is a Graduate Certificate?

Graduate Certificates combine focused electives with hands-on field experience to give you specialized skills beyond the core MSSW curriculum. Each certificate is designed to expand your knowledge, connect you with experts, and prepare you for leadership in your chosen area of practice.

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Choose Your Specialization

Forensic Social Work

Gain expertise working in legal and criminal justice systems.

Careers can include:

Court systems and family services
Correctional facilities and reentry programs
Policy and advocacy organizations

Gerontology Social Work

Develop the knowledge to serve and advocate for older adults.

Careers can include:

Aging services and senior advocacy groups
Long-term care and hospice organizations
Community programs supporting older adults

School Social Work Licensure

Prepare to support students and families in K–12 schools.

Careers can include:

School-based social work roles
Student support services and counseling
Educational policy and program development

Trauma Treatment

Build advanced skills in trauma-informed care and intervention.

Careers can include:

Mental health clinics and counseling centers
Hospitals and community agencies
Private practice specializing in trauma

Veterinary Social Work

Address the intersection of human and animal well-being.

Careers can include:

Veterinary practices and animal shelters
Animal-assisted therapy programs
Crisis response and disaster relief organizations

Why Earn a Certificate?

Adding a Graduate Certificate to your MSSW degree means more than a credential — it’s a career advantage.

Specialized training in high-need practice areas
Tailored field placements aligned with your interests
Mentorship from nationally recognized faculty
A competitive edge for jobs, licensure, and advancement

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“The Trauma Treatment certificate gave me advanced skills I use every day in my clinical practice. It made me a stronger social worker and opened new career opportunities.”
MSSW ALum
Class of 2023