Part-Time Program
This program can accommodate the needs of working individuals and those with family responsibilities. Students may begin their studies in either the fall or spring semesters. This program can be individualized so that the degree is completed in three to four years including summers. A minimum of two courses is taken each fall and spring semester. Field internships can be completed 14 hours per week during the fall, spring and summer. Courses are offered during the day, evening and Saturday.
Accelerated 16-Month Program
This program begins in the spring semester and is similar to the full-time program with four courses plus field internship over four semesters. The tightly structured program begins in the spring semester and the second semester is completed during a 10- week summer session, from the end of May to the beginning of August. The foundation (first) year field internship is completed three days per week for a total of 24 hours per week. The advanced (second) year is completed September to May in the subsequent academic year. This program is not recommended for individuals who are employed full-time.
Advanced Standing Program
This 32 credit program is only available to individuals who have earned a bachelor’s degree in Social Work within the last five years. The degree must have been earned from an institution accredited by the Council on Social Work Education. Students enter the advanced (second) year of the M.S.W. program during the fall, spring or summer semester and can complete the program either full-time or part-time. It is strongly recommended that students apply for this program by March 1.
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admission criteria apply for this program.
One-Year Residency (O.Y.R.) Programs
This program is designed specifically for human service professionals who have three or more years of social work related experience under direct M.S.W. supervision. As a result of the students' social work related experience, OYR students are required to complete only one year of field internship. This program can be completed full-time (2 years) or part-time (3-4 years). In the advanced year of the program, students must complete a 900- hour field internship. A 4 credit OYR seminar is taken to compensate for the reduction in field internship hours in the first year. During this foundation year, practice courses are supported by the student’s concurrent employment in their human service agency.
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Bilingual School Social Work Program
This 70 credit program is designed for bilingual individuals interested in working as a bilingual social worker in a New York State primary or secondary school setting. The program leads to both the MSW degree and a Certificate in Bilingual School Social Work recognized by the New York State Education Department. Field internships will include working with children and families utilizing the student’s bilingual skills. This program can be completed within any of our MSW programs. Students first complete the MSW and then complete two courses (6 credits) in the School of Education.
