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Admissions Process and Eligibility

  1. Is there an age requirement for students taking Social Work Essentials Certificate or MasterTrack Certificate courses?

    Students must be at least 18 years old.

  2. What are the steps for applying to the Social Work Essentials MSW or MasterTrack MSW program?

    Review the steps here for the On-Campus and Online MSW program options.

  3. What does the program consider human service related experience?

    With social work being such a broad profession, it does vary. Examples of human service experience can include, but are not limited to, direct client care, case management, nonprofit work, advocacy, organizational management, program evaluation, and much more. If you would like to discuss your specific experience, please call (734) 936-0961 or email [email protected] to schedule an appointment with one of our admissions counselors.

  4. What educational background is required for the Master of Social Work degree program? Are any prerequisites required?

    Applicants must show completion of a U.S. bachelor's degree or its equivalent, with competitive grades, from an accredited institution. Note: Prospective students applying under the Provisions for Non-Baccalaureate Degree Applicants do not have to meet this Press enter to read full text...

  5. When should I apply to the Master of Social Work (MSW) degree program if I plan to complete the Social Work Essentials/ MasterTrack first?

    You may apply for the Master of Social Work (MSW) program before, during, or after starting or completing the Social Work Essentials Certificate or MasterTrack Certificate program. Some students may want to have confirmation that they are fully admitted to the MSW program before purchasing the Social Work Essentials or MasterTrack courses. Review the posted deadlines for the On-Campus and Online MSW programs and apply as early as possible.

Career Opportunities

  1. Are there any career opportunities if I only complete the MasterTrack Certificate or Social Work Essentials Certificate?

    Yes! There are a lot of jobs that look for knowledge/training offered by the MasterTrack or Social Work Essentials. These positions may look like: case workers, advocates, coordinators, etc. Keep in mind that the MasterTrack Certificate and Social Work Essentials Certificate are not equivalent to an MSW degree.

  2. Would I be able to apply for a job where a Social Work degree is preferred after completing the MasterTrack Certificate or Social Work Essentials Certificate program?

    This could be possible, however, the certificate programs are not equivalent to an MSW degree.

Certificate Cost

  1. Are refunds available for the certificate program?

    It may be possible to receive a refund. MasterTrack Certificate students should contact Coursera to learn more about their refund policy: https://learner.coursera.help/hc/en-us/articles/209819043

    No refunds will be given for Social Work Essential Certificate courses.

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Office of Student Services and Enrollment Management

Phone: (734) 936-0961
Email: [email protected]

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Barbara S. Hiltz

Director of MSW Programs and Clinical Associate Professor of Social Work

 
Yatesha D. Robinson

Assistant Director of Field Education, Online Program and Adjunct Clinical Assistant Professor

 
Antuan Featherstone

Online MSW Program Manager

 
Monica D. Sampson

Clinical Assistant Professor

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