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Information Sessions Fall 2018

Learn about the history, curriculum, and benefits of the Hybrid MSW Program at CSU Stanislaus for Health, Mental Health, and Behavioral Health settings. Prepare for a career in social work with an emphasis on social justice and transforming communities.

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Information Sessions Fall 2018

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  1. MSW Hybrid Program, CSU StanislausIntegrative Clinical Practice Specialization for Health, Mental Health, and Behavioral Health Settings Information Sessions Fall 2018

  2. History of the Program • 1st Cohort in 1993-94 • 1st Graduating Class 1996 • Received Accreditation 1998 • Three accreditation reaffirmations: 2001, 2009, 2018 • Currently accredited through 2026 • 800+ Graduates and counting!

  3. Why a Hybrid MSW Program in Integrative Clinical Practice Specialization for Health, Mental Health, and Behavioral Health Settings? • Job prospects (substance abuse & mental health social workers) projected to grow at 23% between 2012-2022 to create 26,000 new openings (Bureau of Labor Statistics) • Job growth projection* for MSW jobs in California between 2008-2018: • 20% for medical and public health social workers • 37% for mental health and substance abuse social workers * CA Office of Statewide Health Planning and Development (OSHPD) REALIGNMENT

  4. The Master of Social Work Program at California State University, Stanislaus prepares social workers to advance social justice. This education is committed to social change based on an analysis of social, political and economic structures and their impact. This teaching and learning environment enables faculty, students and graduates to collaborate with others to transform the conditions which contribute to privilege and oppression. Graduates are prepared to use an advanced integrative practice approach to work with individuals, families and communities to promote personal and collective liberation.

  5. MSW Hybrid Program, CSU Stanislaus

  6. Program Overview: 60 units, 24 months ACCELERATED SCHEDULE • 2 courses every 8 weeks • 2 face-to-face class sessions per course (one Saturday per month) @ CSU Stan Stockton Ctr. • Remainder of course work completed online (asynchronous & synchronous) • Direct social work practice courses are included in every 8 week academic session SUMMER BLOCK PLACEMENT • Full time internship (40 hours per week) x 13 weeks • Enhance competency-based skills in direct clinical social work practice • Regular Field Seminars • Located in your home county, when possible • Employer-based placements may be available

  7. Summer Block Placement: Summer 2019 & 2020 • Focus is on on practicing and integrating skills learned in previous year’s coursework • 40 hours per week (500 hours per summer) • Includes: • One-to-one supervision from MSW Field Instructor • 2 hours weekly seminar in a local community • 2 all day Saturday Integrative seminars- Stockton Center

  8. Curricular Focus • Competency based social work practice degree • Socially just clinical practice models (SFBT, CBT, I-FAST, Narrative) • Integrative practice approach (change factors, practice approaches) • Clinical specialization courses • Assessments (Psychosocial assessments, DSM5) • Integrated Behavioral Health (resilience/wellness model) • Addictions (AOD/addictions diagnosis treatment) • Trauma treatment models (PTSD, child abuse, community, military, migration, DV)

  9. Comprehensive Exam • Focuses on HBSE, Practice, Research & Policy for clinical practice • Builds critical thinking & knowledge review for future licensing

  10. Nancy Zamora, LCSW, PPSC • Field Coordinator • Dr. Shradha Tibrewal • Research, Practice, Policy Staff Faculty and Staff

  11. Technological Needs and Support You will need: • A computer and reliable internet connection that will support streaming video & video conferencing. • Enabled webcam and microphone • Headset microphone preferred The University provides: • Help desk for general trouble shooting and support

  12. Application Process and Timeline University Application MSW Program Application • Online via https://www2.calstate.edu/apply • Requirements include: • Liberal arts background • Voluntary and/or paid experience in human services • Computer literacy and reliable internet connection • Online via https://www2.calstate.edu/apply • Requirements include • A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. • A grade point average of 2.5 or better in the last 60 units is required.

  13. Tuition and Fees • $35,000 • divided into four equal payments • Financial aid may be available • unsubsidized student loans • Contact CSU Stan Financial Aid office • Complete FAFSA if you are considering this program

  14. Contact Information https://www.csustan.edu/msw-hybrid MSWHybrid@csustan.edu Dr. Shradha Tibrewal stibrewal@csustan.edu mswhybrid@csustan.edu Main Office: 209-667-3091

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