Can I use funds from a college account (e.g. 529) to pay for the Social Work Essentials Certificate?
No. The School of Social Work cannot accept payment from a college fund (e.g. 529) to cover the cost for the Social Work Essentials Certificate. Students can consult with a personal accountant to see if the certificate would meet the requirement to receive a reimbursement from their college fund account.
Can I transfer in courses toward the Social Work Essentials or MasterTrack Certificate?
No. The Certificates do not award "credit"; instead, they allow you to reduce the number of credits you take if you come to the University of Michigan School of Social Work. There are not any credits that can be transferred in toward the completion of the Social Work Essentials or MasterTrack Certificate.
What accommodations are available for learners with disabilities completing the Social Work Essentials Certificate?
All Social Work Essentials courses were created with universal design principles to be accessible to all learners. If SW Essentials learners need additional support they can email: [email protected]. When students are degree seeking in the MSW program they can register for accommodations with the University of Michigan Services for Students with Disabilities Office.
Once I complete the Social Work Essentials/ MasterTrack Certificate how long do I have before I need to start the MSW program?
Students need to enter the MSW program within 2 years of completion of the Social Work Essentials Certificate or the MasterTrack Certificate.
What accommodations are available for learners with disabilities completing the MasterTrack Certificate through Coursera?
All MasterTrack courses were created with universal design principles to be accessible to all learners. More information for Coursera learners with disabilities can be found here. If MT learners need additional support they can email: [email protected].
Is the Social Work Essentials/ MasterTrack appropriate for an incoming U-M master’s student who wants to apply to the MSW program for a dual degree?
Not necessarily. If students are interested in a dual degree program as an On Campus or Online MSW student, completion of the Social Work Essentials/ MasterTrack is not required. Students could simply apply to the residential MSW program and also apply to the other dual degree program.
How long does it typically take a student to finish the 45 remaining credits to earn the full MSW degree? Both part-time and Full-time?
For full-time, you would complete the 45 credits in 3 semesters (about a year) on-campus or online. Part-time students (on-campus or online) will complete the 45 credits in 7 semesters (about two years and four months).
Are the Social Work Essentials or MasterTrack courses and certificate credits easily transferable to other schools?
No. The Certificates do not award “credit”; instead, they allow you to reduce the number of credits you take if you come to the University of Michigan School of Social Work. There are not any credits that can be transferred to another institution.
Once I am admitted in the Social Work Essentials MSW or MasterTrack MSW, when will I choose my pathway?
MSW students will solidify their chosen pathway when they begin applying for their field placement in the MSW program.
If I do not want an MSW degree after the Social Work Essentials MSW or MasterTrack Certificate program do I have to apply to the University of Michigan?
No, but please keep in mind that these certificates are not credit bearing and therefore, are not transferable to another university.