Master of Social Work (MSW) – General
Promote Justice and Human Rights with a Master of Social Work from Liberty University
Are you seeking an online master’s degree that can help you become a licensed social worker? If so, Liberty’s 100% online Master of Social Work (MSW) – General cognate may be for you! Our program can help prepare you to sit for social work licensure exams and pursue a variety of careers, including refugee resettlement, human trafficking intervention, trauma recovery, and nonprofit management.
Because our MSW provides foundational training in core skills, you can apply to this program even if you don’t have a Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) degree. In addition to engaging in hands-on projects and class discussions throughout the program, you’ll also participate in practicum courses and at least 1,000 hours of field experience. At least 600 of these hours will be completed under the supervision of a master’s-level social worker. That way, you can boost your résumé with real-world experience and learn how to better serve your clients.
The general cognate for our MSW degree has no set courses, so you can study topics that best match your interests and career goals. Whether you want to work in the United States or abroad, Liberty is committed to helping you develop your skill set, advance your career, and become a Champion for Christ — wherever God is calling you.
We also offer a cognate in individual and family clinical.
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/
What Will You Learn in Liberty University’s Online Master of Social Work Program?
- Advanced practices for working with individuals, families, and groups
- Methods for conducting multi-level agency assessments and recommending micro- or macro-level intervention
- The biological, psychological, social, spiritual, and environmental aspects of the human experience
- The importance of integrity, competence, social justice, and service in the field of social work
Throughout this program, our professors will encourage you to demonstrate humility and understanding as you engage with diverse populations. Our core MSW content explores practical techniques for working with individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities. Within the general cognate, you’ll have the freedom to select 4 elective courses.
You can also learn how to promote the health and safety of social workers and conduct multi-level 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.
Potential Careers for Online MSW Graduates
- Agency director
- Medical social worker
- Mental health therapist
- Program director
- School social worker
- Social work supervisor
Benefits of Pursuing Your 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.
- You’ll complete at least 1,000 hours of field experience prior to graduation, including 600 hours under the supervision of a master’s-level social worker.
- Our MSW is designed to help you sit for social work licensure exams.
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)
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Transfer in up to 50% of the degree total
Next Start Date
Oct 21, 2024
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