Student ID:__________________________ Student Name:_______________________ Adviser Name:_______________________ | Catalog: 2018-19 NSU Graduate Catalog Program: Social Work, M.S.W. * Minimum Credits Required:__________________ | |||
Social Work, M.S.W. *OSRHE Program Code: 164 CIP Code: 440701 Major Code: 9818 Option Codes:
Purpose The Master of Social Work (MSW) degree academically prepares competent and effective professionals by offering advanced standing and traditional pathways. The social work curriculum is designed to integrate and apply the knowledge, skills, and values of the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) competencies and behavioral indicators with the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) Code of Ethics. These key foundations prepare our graduates to practice social work in a wide range of social work agencies and allied settings with diverse client systems and people. The MSW degree at NSU has a unique focus in its integration of addressing social work practice with Native American populations. Specialty Accreditation The Master’s of Social Work (Social Work, M.S.W.) is a candidate for accreditation by the Council on Social Work Education (1701 Duke Street, Suite 200, Alexandria, VA 22314-3457, 703-683-8080). www.cswe.org Credential Requirements There are five levels of social work licensure in Oklahoma. Four licenses require a master’s degree, while the LSWA credential requires only a bachelor’s degree. All candidates for licensure must pass an exam from the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB). Certain licenses also require supervised experience, and all candidates for licensure must submit an application and pay fees. Licensed social workers often find positions in healthcare, education, and the legal system. Social workers in Oklahoma do not need a clinical license to work independently. While professionals must attain clinical licensure for private practice, a licensed social worker (LSC) and the licensed social worker administration (LSW-Adm) credentials also qualify holders for independent social work practice. The Oklahoma State Board of Licensed Social Workers (OSBLSW) issues provisional licensure after candidates submit their application and fee. Provisionally licensed professionals must pass the exam within a year. Oklahoma does not have a reciprocity agreement with other states, but there is a system in place for out-of-state social workers to gain licensure. Students are encouraged to talk with their faculty mentor about licensure requirements and to consult the Oklahoma State Board of Licensed Social Workers for more information.
Admission RequirementsNSU Graduate College AdmissionAdmission to the NSU Graduate College is required. The minimum requirements for regular admission to the Graduate College are:
Program AdmissionAdmission to the MSW program requirements are as follows:
RetentionStudents must maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.00 or better to remain in good standing in the program. Students are expected to comply with the Code of Ethics established by the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) and to demonstrate professional behavior. Students who fall below a minimum GPA of 3.00 will be placed on academic probation. The grade report will show the student’s probation. To be removed from probation, the student must achieve a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 by the end of the next semester or next nine hours of enrollment. GraduationStudents must have the minimum 3.00 GPA to graduate. A minimum of 24 semester hours must be earned from Northeastern State University. Credit earned through correspondence study will not apply toward a master’s degree. Credit will be applied toward a program only for work begun and completed within six years prior to the granting of the degree, exclusive of any time spend in the uniformed services of the United States. |
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Structure of the Degree Plan | ||||
Advanced Standing Pathway (9811) - 32 hoursThe Advanced Standing Pathway is for students with a Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) degree. | ||||
Course Name | Term Taken | Grade | Gen Ed | |
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SOWK 5233 - Ecological Approach to Practice with Native American Children, Youth and Families | ||||
SOWK 5273 - Psychopathology | ||||
SOWK 5323 - Practice-Oriented Research | ||||
SOWK 5513 - Advanced Social Work Practice & Ethics | ||||
SOWK 5604 - Advanced Practicum & Seminar I | ||||
SOWK 5713 - Advanced Social Work Practice with Groups | ||||
SOWK 5804 - Advanced Practicum & Seminar II | ||||
SOWK 5903 - Integrative Capstone Seminar | ||||
ElectivesComplete 6 hours from the following: | ||||
Course Name | Term Taken | Grade | Gen Ed | |
SOWK 5463 - Social Work Practice in Health/Behavioral Health Settings | ||||
SOWK 5553 - Assessment of Mental Health Disorders | ||||
SOWK 5613 - Human Diversity | ||||
SOWK 5753 - Advanced Social Work Practice with Children & Adolescents | ||||
Traditional Pathway (9819) - 58 hoursThe Traditional Pathway is for students with an undergraduate degree other than a BSW and is designed to fulfill foundational content and skill requirements otherwise gained through the BSW. | ||||
Course Name | Term Taken | Grade | Gen Ed | |
SOWK 5003 - Human Behavior in the Social Environment I | ||||
SOWK 5013 - Practice I | ||||
SOWK 5023 - Social Work Research | ||||
SOWK 5103 - Human Behavior in the Social Environment II | ||||
SOWK 5204 - Social Work Practicum I & Seminar | ||||
SOWK 5233 - Ecological Approach to Practice with Native American Children, Youth and Families | ||||
SOWK 5273 - Psychopathology | ||||
SOWK 5313 - Practice II | ||||
SOWK 5323 - Practice-Oriented Research | ||||
SOWK 5404 - Social Work Practicum II & Seminar | ||||
SOWK 5453 - Social Policy | ||||
SOWK 5513 - Advanced Social Work Practice & Ethics | ||||
SOWK 5604 - Advanced Practicum & Seminar I | ||||
SOWK 5713 - Advanced Social Work Practice with Groups | ||||
SOWK 5804 - Advanced Practicum & Seminar II | ||||
SOWK 5903 - Integrative Capstone Seminar | ||||
ElectivesComplete 6 hours from the following: | ||||
Course Name | Term Taken | Grade | Gen Ed | |
SOWK 5463 - Social Work Practice in Health/Behavioral Health Settings | ||||
SOWK 5553 - Assessment of Mental Health Disorders | ||||
SOWK 5613 - Human Diversity | ||||
SOWK 5753 - Advanced Social Work Practice with Children & Adolescents | ||||
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