colleges with degrees in social work

JohnsDGsweethrt · #1 03-31-2004, 06:54 PM

hi! can anyone help me. i am doing a search for my husband and i just feel like i'm not using the right search engine. does anyone know of where i might be able to find a listing of all of the colleges that have degrees in social work? the state or college doesn't matter. thanks!

Lady Pi Phi · #2 04-01-2004, 03:24 PM

I know Wilfred Laurier University in Waterloo, Ontario Canada has a Social Work program.
But that might not help you.

Your best bet is to look at the universities that interest your husband and check too see if they have the program.

MooseGirl · #3 04-01-2004, 03:59 PM

I think there's aguide out there called "peterson's" that indexes colleges and universities across North america...my library has one "Peterson's college & university almanac : a compact guide to higher education."
they usually have a subject index for programs...

maybe try www.universities.com as well

*edited to add URL *
http://www.universities.com/Search/D...e/Social_Work/

FeeFee · #4 04-01-2004, 05:29 PM

Schools in NYC that offer programs in Social Work include:

Columbia University
Hunter College
New York University
Fordham University

JohnsDGsweethrt · #5 04-01-2004, 06:45 PM

thanks guys! i was able to find exactly what i needed. i just happen to stumble across it! guess i got lucky. thanks for the info though

Munchkin03 · #6 04-01-2004, 09:07 PM

The University of Texas has a good program in Social Work, as does the University of California-Berkeley.

#7 04-08-2004, 07:16 PM

Cal State San Bernadino does and if your lucky the county of San Bernadino will pay for your education to get your social work degree and work for them.

University fo Akransas has a social work program as well

_Opi_ · #8 05-27-2004, 12:45 PM

Wayne State University

It has one of the top programs in the states (or so I've been told). You can get finish your masters' in 10 months.

winneythepooh7 · #9 05-31-2004, 05:55 PM

Are you looking for a BSW or MSW program? I received my MSW from Yeshiva University in Manhattan. They also have the summer block program where students can do their field placement all year wherever they live and come 2 NYC for 3 summers to complete their courses. The website is www.yu/edu/wurzweiler, and NO you don't have to be Jewish to go here (You all would be surprised how many people ask me that).

Allison, MSW, NYC

lilcatwngs · #10 07-02-2004, 07:23 PM

I'm a social work major and was wondering if there are any others or graduated members who could tell me if they enjoy it and if it is worth it. Hugs, Katie

winneythepooh7 · #11 07-03-2004, 12:10 AM

PM me with whatever questions you may have. While some GC'ers may not think so I consider myself an expert in the field, especially mental health and adults.

amgn253 · #12 07-12-2004, 01:08 PM

Warning- Venting ahead!

I applied to an MSW program for the Fall of 2004. I found out in April that I was on the waiting list. I called the school a few weeks ago and was told hardly anyone is turning down their offer of admission, therefore us on the waiting list are pretty much SOL. The quarter doesn't start until late September, so I haven't been officially told that there is no space for me, but I am preparing myself for that to be the case.

I am really disappointed. I really wanted to begin my MSW program. I was supposed to begin my MSW in the Fall of 2003 (IOW: I was accepted at another school), but a move prevented that and I had to apply at a different school, the one I am currently on the waiting list for. This is the only MSW program in the state. I feel sad and embarrassed that I might have to tell people I didn't make the cut.

I am also checking out another school where I could get an MA in counseling, but I'm not sure. I just don't know what to do.

Thanks for letting me vent and I appreciate any suggestions and feedback.

winneythepooh7 · #13 07-12-2004, 01:18 PM

Hi! I would still try to obtain your MSW, I think it is a better degree to have then counseling. Feel free to PM me and I can elaborate more on this. Also, another idea since there is only one SW school in your state, look into schools that may offer a program where you do your internship in your area for main schol year and attend classes on their campus in the summertime (if you can swing this option). The school I attended has this program (it's called the summer block program). The school I attended for my MSW is Yeshiva University in Manhattan. www.yu.edu/wurzweiler (no you don't have to be Jewish to go there). This is also a great way to "experience" NYC

Please pm me though with any questions/vents/etc. you might have. Also is MOVING out of state an option?

PsychTau · #14 07-12-2004, 02:16 PM

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Originally posted by amgn253
I am also checking out another school where I could get an MA in counseling, but I'm not sure. I just don't know what to do.

Sorry you haven't gotten the affirmative from your school yet. Hopefully things will work out for you.

What's concerning you about the MA in counseling? What type of job and what populations are you interested in working with once you get your degree?

PsychTau

amgn253 · #15 07-12-2004, 04:47 PM

Unfortunately, I can't move out of state. My husband and I both have good jobs and we need to stay in the area.

I am currently a case manager for the elderly. I love my job. I help them arrange services, make sure they are living comfortably and safely in their home, and make referrals when needed. Coordinating services to me seems more like social work. When I think of getting an MA in counseling, I think of being in sessions with clients helping them work through issues, not that I wouldn't be interested in that.

I enjoy working with the elderly but I am also interested in school social work/school counseling.

Have I thoroughly confused everyone? Welcome to my world. J/K.

Seriously, I do appreciate everyone's help.