Master of Social Work 100% Online
Become a Social Worker to Help Vulnerable Populations
Your Success is Our Mission
Become a leader in your community and field with the CSWE-accredited online Master of Social Work from Campbellsville University Online. You can develop a deeper understanding of social work with a trauma-informed curriculum grounded in human development, cultural competencies and psychopathology. After graduation, you’ll have the expertise and skills needed to expand your practice and help people in need.
We offer MSW programs for students with varying educational backgrounds. Students with a bachelor’s degree in social work from a CSWE-accredited institution can save time by joining our Advanced Standing program. We also offer a traditional program for students with bachelor’s degrees in other fields. Plus, you can customize the program to your career goals by choosing an area of focus: clinical, faith-based, forensic, substance use disorders, school social work, or a combination.
Campbellsville’s professors offer valuable guidance and education to position you for success in rewarding careers. Our affordable online programs are ideal if you want flexibility in how you learn or need to balance your work and family responsibilities. Request information to learn more.
This program is not eligible for the Student Exchange and Visitor Program (SEVP) F-1 visa program.
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Finish in 9 to 36 months
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Developed for Your Professional Success
Our online MSW curriculum instills skills for general social work practice with individuals, families, communities and groups. You will also take classes focusing on addressing societal changes, influences and trends. We designed the program in a flexible format that fits your life and work commitments while providing opportunities to learn from expert practitioners who incorporate their valuable experience into each class. The study topics include:
Find Your MSW Area of Focus:
The Generalist program prepares you for the social work licensure necessary to provide direct client services under the supervision of an appropriately licensed social worker. You’ll explore various topics, including psychopathology and ethics, and complete the program fully prepared for diverse opportunities within the field working with individuals, families or groups.
Develop advanced skills for providing clinical social work services to individuals and families. Coursework explores evidence-based approaches such as cognitive behavioral and solution-focused therapies, clinical interviewing and assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, psychopharmacology and the theories that guide direct practice. This option is a strong fit for students interested in working in mental health settings.
Learn to integrate spirituality into professional social work practice in a manner grounded in social work ethics, social justice and respect for people from diverse backgrounds. Coursework addresses faith-informed engagement, assessment and intervention; service in varied cultural contexts; and nonprofit leadership topics such as grant writing, philanthropy, financial stewardship and program management. Selecting this focus area means your placement will be in a nonprofit program, organization or project that identifies as faith-based in the name or mission statement. This option may appeal to students called to serve or lead within faith-based, community or nonprofit organizations.
Explore the intersection of social work and the criminal and civil justice systems. You will develop strengths-based assessment and intervention skills grounded in empowerment, human rights and social justice while studying conflict resolution and substance use disorder treatment. This option may benefit students interested in serving clients and families involved with courts, corrections, probation, parole, policing or other justice-related systems.
Prepare to support students and families within educational settings while working toward eligibility for Kentucky school social work certification. Coursework examines school social workers’ roles, educational policies and mandates, legal and ethical considerations, mental health, case management, crisis intervention, attendance, bullying, family-centered practice and behavior management for children with learning and behavioral challenges. Students also complete an advanced practicum in a school under a school social worker’s supervision.
Develop specialized skills for assessing and responding to substance use disorders through evidence-based and culturally responsive practice. Coursework is designed by experts in substance abuse treatment and explores clinical interviewing and diagnosis, psychopharmacology, treatment planning, therapeutic approaches, ethical decision-making and the federal policies that influence treatment resources and access. This option may be a strong fit for students interested in treatment programs, behavioral health agencies or other settings serving people affected by substance use.
A Convenient, Supportive Online Learning Experience
Campbellsville’s 100% online programs offer the flexibility you need to thrive, both in your courses and outside of class. You’ll study at the times and places that are most convenient for you and learn from supportive, expert faculty members who deliver the same well-rounded education you would receive on campus. Campbellsville is committed to the quality of its online courses and offers a dynamic selection of degree programs that are accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC).
Meet the Demand for Social Work Practitioners
There is a growing need for practitioners who can support people with mental health and substance abuse challenges. By seeking your MSW online with Campbellsville, you can qualify for positions projected to rise 9% from 2021 to 2031.1
Rewarding Social Work Careers
- Child and Family Social Worker
- Clinical Social Worker
- Faith-Based Social Worker
- Geriatric Social Worker
- Healthcare Social Worker
- Mental Health Social Worker
- Substance Abuse Counselor
About Campbellsville University
Founded in 1906 as a Christian university, Campbellsville welcomes diverse perspectives and prepares students to become Christian servant leaders. We offer online degree and certificate programs in a convenient format so that you can grow professionally and personally by studying when and where you want.
SACSCOC Accreditation
Campbellsville University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award certificates, associate, bachelor’s and master’s degrees. Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1865 Southern Lane Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097, or call (404) 679-4500 for questions about the status of Campbellsville University.
Sources
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. “Social Workers: Job Outlook.” Retrieved September 19, 2022, from https://www.bls.gov/.