Featured Courses
Requirements and Curriculum for the MSSW Program
503 – Introduction to Interpersonal Social Work Practice
A generalist social work practice course, taken with Interpersonal Social Work Skills Lab, focuses on micro and mezzo work with individuals, families, and small groups. Covers history, ethics, theories, social justice, trauma-informed care, and interprofessional practice. Evaluates interventions in the context of social work values and diversity.
527 – Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
This course covers the theory, concepts, and techniques of CBT, with a focus on intervention methods social workers can use to address specific client issues.
545 – Resource Development and Management
The study of organizational management in the social service sector focuses on leadership skills, mission, and nonprofit logistics like financial management, HR, and grant acquisition. Emphasizes the NASW Code of Ethics and social justice, including contributive and distributive justice.
584 – Advanced Field Practice Extended
Training in advanced evidence-based social work practice, including an agency-based experience. Concurrent concentration and elective courses are optional.