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DEADLINE for Summer 2008 ~ May 16, 2008 We are accepting applications |
Mission of the MSW Program
The mission of the School of Social Work is to prepare competent
and committed human service practitioners who will promote the development
and enhancement of resilient communities, social groups, families and
individuals.
The foundation curriculum consists of the first 30 semester hours of study. It provides instruction in human behavior in the social environment/theories of human development; social welfare and policy; social work practice; diverse populations; groupwork; community practice; and social work research. Field instruction during the foundation year consists of 15 clock hours per week (a minimum of 225 clock hours per semester) during each semester for a minimum of 450 clock hours for the academic year.
The advanced year consists of the remaining 30 semester hours of study. It allows students to specialize in one of two areas: clinical social work; or, management and community practice. Instruction consists of advanced-level courses in social work practice; social policy; practice electives; and, advanced social work research. Field instruction during the concentration year consists of 20 clock hours per week (a minimum of 300 clock hours per semester) during each semester for a minimum of 600 clock hours for the academic year.
For more information about the MSW
Program, please contact:
Melissa Yovich-Whattam, 630 844-5292, myovich@aurora.edu,
Director of Graduate Enrollment
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