Master of Social Work (MSW) – Individual and Family Clinical Cognate
Liberty’s Master’s in Social Work Helps You Work Hands-On with Families and Individuals to Improve Your Community
Do you want to work hands-on with hurting families and make a positive difference in the world? Liberty University’s Master of Social Work – Individual and Family Clinical cognate will help you get the training you need.
As an individual and family clinical social worker, you will apply your understanding of community factors to improve the lives of families and children. By earning your MSW with an advanced generalist specialization, you can gain the skills and knowledge you need to tackle challenges that face communities worldwide. With hands-on experience working in two practicums, you will learn how to build structures that will help families lead safer, healthier, and happier lives.
Please note: Each state has unique requirements for becoming a licensed social worker. Be sure to research the requirements in your state.
Pursue Your Degree with Confidence
- Liberty is regionally accredited by SACSCOC, the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
- You will complete at least 1,000 hours of field experience before graduation.
- Our Master of Social Work can equip you to sit for social work licensure exams.
- Liberty’s MSW faculty have years of experience in academia and the social work field.
- You’ll complete at least 600 hours of social work practice experience under the supervision of a master’s-level social worker.
- The individual and family clinical cognate develops core skills needed to work in a variety of settings, like schools, hospitals, adoption agencies, nursing homes, group homes, and mental health clinics.
- You can hone your research skills by writing a literature review, proposing an original study, and completing a research project.
What Will You Learn?
- A holistic approach to social work – one that accounts for the social, biological, psychological, and spiritual aspects of the human experience
- Advanced clinical skills working with individuals, families, and children
- Approaches to treatment for mental health and substance abuse issues
- Generalist methods for serving individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities
- How to advocate for socially just policies that align with a Christian worldview
- Research-based techniques for advancing social, economic, and environmental justice
- The relationship between biological, psychological, social, and spiritual aspects of community environments
- Tools for creating social work programs based on ethical considerations and needs evaluation
Master of Social Work – Individual and Family Clinical Cognate Career Opportunities
Whether you want to stay in the United States or work abroad, our MSW program can help open you up to numerous job opportunities. Some of the areas you could work in include:
- Child and family social work
- Human trafficking intervention
- Medical social work
- Mental health treatment
- Refugee resettlement
- School social work
- Social work supervisor
- Trauma recovery
Please note: Some roles may require licensure in social work, and each state has specific requirements for licensure. Be sure to research the licensure requirements in your state.
Internships and Resources Available to Students in Our Master of Social Work – Individual and Family Clinical Cognate
- Liberty’s experienced MSW faculty will provide the guidance and mentorship you need to become an expert in the social work field.
- Our courses are taught from a Christian worldview – so you can learn how to live out biblical principles in your career.
- Prepare to sit for social work licensure exams and get the credentials you need to further your career.
- By completing 1,000 hours of field experience, you can apply your knowledge to the real world and learn from seasoned professionals.
- As a Liberty student, you can access a wealth of resources through our online research portal and on-campus library.
- We offer graduate assistantship opportunities to master’s-level students.
- Take advantage of our top-notch resources – including a career center, writing coaching, and professional development events.
Admission Requirements for Liberty’s MSW Program
Every application is reviewed on a case-by-case basis, and all applicants must submit the following documents and meet the minimum requirements for admission:
- Admission application
- A regionally or national accredited bachelor’s degree with a 2.5 or above GPA
- 2 recommender contact information
- 400-word Statement of Purpose:
- In 150 words, complete the following prompt: I desire to earn an MSW from Liberty University because…
- In 150 words, complete the following prompt: I show a posture of learning and respect when interacting with diverse individuals, families, and groups by…
- In 100 words, discuss the following prompt: Describe challenges in your life and discuss how you deal with these.
- Department questionnaire
- Department approval
- Self-certification form for students in the final term of their bachelor’s degree
- Current Liberty undergraduate students seeking preliminary acceptance into a graduate program must complete a degree completion application through their ASIST account
Credit Hours
Available On Campus
Class Type
Residential
Transfer Credits
Transfer in up to 50% of the degree total
Next Start Date
Aug 19, 2024
Accreditation
Liberty University is accredited by SACSCOC
