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Department of Social Work

STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES

The CSUF MSW program faculty is deeply committed to advancing the goals and mission of the University and the College of Health and Human Development while integrating the nine core competencies outlined by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) to prepare students for ethical, effective, and transformative practice.

  1. Demonstrate Ethical and Professional Behavior
  2. Engage Diversity and Difference in Practice
  3. Advance Human Rights and Social, Economic, and Environmental Justice
  4. Engage in Practice-informed Research and Research-informed Practice
  5. Engage in Policy Practice 
  6. Engage with Individuals, Families, Groups, Organizations, and Communities
  7. Assess Individuals, Families, Groups, Organizations, and Communities
  8. Intervene with Individuals, Families, Groups, Organizations, and Communities
  9. Evaluate Practice with Individuals, Families, Groups, Organizations, and Communities
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PROGRAM STRUCTURE & CAREER PATHS

The  Master of Social Work (MSW)  degree at CSUF prepares professionals for  direct social work practice  with vulnerable, marginalized, and disadvantaged populations in  multicultural settings.

Through the  Master of Social Work Association (MSWA) , students can also gain access to  community support,  peer connections, and  professional development  opportunities.

Department Office:

EC-207 (657) 278-8452

Degree Requirement:

60 units (2- and 3-Year Program)

30 units (Advanced Standing Program)

TYPICAL SOCIAL WORK JOB SETTING

* County Social Service Agency
* County Health Care Agency
* Child Protective Services
* Adoption Agencies
* Community Mental Health Centers
* Family Service Agencies
* Hospitals/Clinics
* Psychiatric Facilities
* Social Welfare Research & Policy Analysis
* Chemical Dependency Treatment Programs
* School Districts/Public Schools
* Probation and Correctional Facilities
* Councils on Aging
* Residential Treatment Centers
* Foster Care Agencies
* Day Treatment Programs
* Non-Profit Organization

OPPORTUNITIES

International Social Work Programs

Students in front of 'Casa de la Mujer' in Colombia

NASW Lobby Days

MSW students advocating for policy change at Lobby Days 2025

Masters Project Poster Presentation

Student presenting their Poster Presentation

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