Pursue licensure and become a social work leader with an MSW from Fordham University.
January, May, September
Program duration
Accredited by the Council on Social Work Education
Required field education
Fordham’s online Master of Social Work emphasizes holistic, 21st-century professional social work practice as defined by the CSWE. We prepare students for meaningful careers across a range of practice areas.
Clinical Practice
Organizational Leadership
Advocacy
Our approach to social work education prepares you to operate successfully at all levels of practice, from working with individuals to entire communities.
Practice core values of social work
Provide direct services to your community
Understand the effects of oppression
Manage organizations
Advocate for social justice policy
The online MSW program offers two plans of study to ensure your experience best fits your academic background and personal schedule.
A comprehensive master’s-level social work education that comprises both generalist and specialist knowledge.
Qualified students with a social work background can bypass generalist coursework and focus on specialist knowledge.
You will develop CSWE-accredited integrated social work competencies while working with individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities.
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