Masters degree in Social Work Older Adults & Families at Boston College

 

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Masters Degree in Social Work Older Adults & Families at Boston College

Boston College
Masters degree
Social Work
Older Adults & Families

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The MSW Program is based on both class study and field education. Students develop competence in social work practice, policy, ethical and research dimensions. The School provides the kind of educational environment which stimulates students to take imaginative and innovative actions to bring greater equality for the poor, the sick, the oppressed, and vulnerable groups such as children and youth, the elderly, minorities and women.

The MSW curriculum offers students a combination of solid structure and individualization in course planning for their professional careers. The first year of the MSW program gives you a solid understanding of the complexities of the social work profession. Seven Foundation — including Field Education I — courses are required for all students.

* Human Behavior and the Social Environment
* Social Welfare System
* Basic Skills: Clinical Practice
* Basic Skills: Macro Practice
* Diversity & Cross Cultural Issues
* Research Methods

After completing your first full-time semester, you will enroll in courses linked to your Intervention Method, either Clinical Practice or Macro Practice. All second year students in both the Clinical and Macro methods will choose a Field of Practice Concentration. Three final year classes will be connected to a student’s concentration. Creating an Individualized program is also an option. We currently offer Field of Practice Concentrations in the area:

Field of Practice Concentrations

* Older Adults & Families

Electives

Electives are generally taken in the final year of study. The function of elective courses is to have students share in defining their own educational goals. Students work closely with their advisors to develop a set of electives that fit their individual needs, interests, and/or career plans. In addition to the electives offered through the GSSW, students are allowed to register for elective courses through cross-registration with another graduate school or department within Boston College or through a consortium of local universities.

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