Master of Social Work Degrees

Welcome to MSW Degrees!

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Degree Guides

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Professional Licensure

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Social Work Careers

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CSWE Accreditation

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State Guides

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Social Work Resources

Why Pursue a Career in Social Work?

Social work is more than a career—it’s a mission to uplift, empower, and create change where it’s needed most. Social workers are the advocates, problem-solvers, and compassionate professionals who step in when others step back. Here’s why social work is the path for those ready to make a difference:

  • Be the Change-Maker: Social work puts you on the front lines of addressing critical social issues, from mental health to poverty, ensuring no one falls through the cracks.
  • Diverse Opportunities to Serve: Whether you’re supporting children in schools, guiding patients in hospitals, or advocating for systemic reform, social work offers countless paths to impact lives.
  • Fight for Social Justice: Social workers are driven by the call to stand up for equity, fairness, and access to resources, ensuring every voice is heard and valued.

Social work isn’t just about others—it’s about growing as a person and professional:

  • Lifelong Learning: This field evolves with society, offering opportunities to continually expand your skills and deepen your understanding of the human experience.
  • A Career with Heart: Social work is one of the few professions where you see the tangible, life-changing results of your efforts every single day.
  • A Community of Helpers: Join a profession that’s rooted in empathy, collaboration, and a shared mission to make the world a better place.

If you’re ready to turn your passion for helping others into action, social work is waiting for you.

Types of Social Work Degrees

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Online BSW

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Online MSW

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CSWE Accredited Online MSW

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Accelerated MSW

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Advanced Standing MSW

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Online Doctorate of Social Work (DSW)

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Social Work Careers

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Social Worker

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School Social Worker

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Licensed Clinical Social Worker

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Psychiatric Social Worker

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Counselor

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Hospital Social Worker

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