Online Advanced Standing MSW – General

What Will You Learn in Liberty University’s Online Master of Social Work Program?

• A well-rounded approach to social work that considers the social, biological, psychological, and spiritual facets of human life
• Advanced generalist practices for working with individuals, families, and groups
• How to assist diverse populations facing challenges such as disabilities, substance abuse, unemployment, domestic conflicts, or poverty
• The importance of integrity, competence, social justice, and service in the field of social work

The general cognate offers greater flexibility, enabling you to choose courses that best match your personal and professional goals. You’ll have credit hours at your disposal to invest in courses that can better prepare you for the various paths your social work career may follow.

You can also learn how to promote the health and safety of social workers and conduct agency assessments. By studying American social policy through the lens of a biblical worldview, you can prepare to navigate critical challenges in the field of social work. Join us and become equipped to significantly impact the lives of those who need assistance.

Potential Careers for Online Advanced Standing Master of Social Work Graduates

• Agency director
• Medical social worker
• Mental health social worker
• School social worker
• Social work supervisor

Liberty University offers detailed information about the educational requirements for licensure programs. To see if this program aligns with your state, you can research requirements here: https://www.liberty.edu/statelicensure/

Benefits of Pursuing Your Advanced Standing Master of Social Work Degree with Liberty University

As a leader in distance education since 1985, we understand what it takes to create a flexible and affordable education for busy people. Since we have been investing in distance and online learning for decades, our experience has taught us how to streamline our degree options so you can focus on what really matters to you. While many schools offer online degrees, we believe Liberty stands out.

Here’s what sets us apart:

• We are recognized by multiple institutions for our academic quality, affordability, and accessibility. Our commitment to excellence also helped us rank in the top 10% of Niche.com’s best online schools in America. Earning your online Master of Social Work – General cognate from a nonprofit university with this kind of recognition can help set you apart from others in your field.
• The majority of tuition for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs has not increased in 9 years. While many other online colleges have raised tuition, Liberty has been able to keep costs low as a nonprofit university.
• Complete at least 600 hours of field experience prior to graduation.
• Develop core skills needed to work in schools, hospitals, adoption agencies, nursing homes, group homes, and mental health clinics.
• Meet the requirements to sit for social work licensure exams.

Liberty University offers detailed information about the educational requirements for licensure programs. To see if this program aligns with your state, you can research requirements here: https://www.liberty.edu/statelicensure/

Military Benefits

Service is important to us, so whether you’re currently serving in the Armed Forces, have served, or are married to someone who serves, we’re here to serve you. Liberty’s military benefits are available to:

• Active duty service members of the U.S. Armed Forces
• Reserve/National Guard
• Veterans/retirees
• Spouses of service members and veterans/retirees
• Current Department of Defense employees

We are proud to support you in your pursuit of a flexible and affordable online education by offering you the following benefits: 

• Tuition discounts – $275 per credit hour for graduate courses
• Additional discount for veterans who serve in a civilian capacity as a First Responder (less than $625 per course)
• 8-week courses, 8 different start dates each year, and no set login times (may exclude certain courses such as practicums, internships, or field experiences)