Masters in Social Welfare

PURPOSES AND GOALS:

Our mission in to equip committed Christian social workers for leadership in the church, world missions, education, and community according to the mission of California Central University. Therefore, the mission of the Masters in Social Welfare program to prepare students for positions as advanced-level practitioners, clinicians, supervisors, and managers, in addition to leadership roles in community and program development. Our curriculum emphasizes not only education that teaches social work attitudes, knowledge, and skills for strength-based and evidence-based practice but also education that is shaped by Christian faith, thought, and practice to address a world made good by God, distorted by sin, redeemed in Christ, and awaiting the fullness of God’s reign.

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION:

The Masters in Social Welfare program is designed to give students the opportunity to do research and learning within five foundational areas on both an introductory and advanced area. The student will also participate in field work activities designed to acquaint them with firsthand knowledge of the unique social problems presented in the greater Los Angeles metro area. The student should, through electives, develop competence in at least one of the five core areas.

Master’s level research programs:

Master by Research: Typically one year full-time, two to three years part-time. This is an individual research project written up in a thesis of 30,000 words.

TITLE OF DEGREE:

Master of Social Welfare

REQUIREMENTS:

Completion of 96 units as described below including 6 units of internship or completion of written Thesis. A minimum grade of 2.7(B-) must be received in every course credited toward graduation. Satisfaction of all financial obligations.

PREREQUISITES:

B.A. degree

CURRICULUM:

Required: 56 units

Elective: 16 units

Internship: 24 units

TOTAL 96 units