Michigan Title IV-E Child Welfare Fellowship

Be a Leader in the Field of Child Welfare

The Michigan Title IV-E Child Welfare Fellowship supports Michigan’s commitment to improving outcomes for children and families by strengthening its child welfare workforce. The program unique and beneficial partnership among the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, accredited social work programs at five Michigan universities, and field placements in public, private, or tribal welfare agencies in the state of Michigan. This program is federally funded under the Title IV-E Social Security Act.

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Complete the form below to learn more about the U-M School of Social Work's Title IV-E Child Welfare Fellowship program. By submitting your information, our academic advisors can help you decide what options best fit your needs.

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The Fellowship at a Glance

  • Complete Dedicated Coursework

    Leading to the Child Welfare Certificate Endorsement at the BSW or MSW level

  • Receive a $5,000 Stipend

    Per eligible semester

  • Complete a Field Placement in a Child Welfare Agency

    Such as foster care, adoption or Children’s Protective Services

  • Commitment to a Post-Graduate Career in a Public, Private or Tribal Child Welfare Agency

Marissa Samborn
“I am excited to have the opportunity to make a positive difference in the lives of children in the child welfare system. I always knew I wanted to work with children and families, but the fellowship pushed me to pursue work in child welfare.”
Ella Cotton
“What excites me the most about this field is being able to work directly with children and families and advocating alongside them for their needs, as well as providing them equitable access to resources.”

Eligibility and Select Requirements

  • Have been accepted into a social work program
  • Complete the Michigan Child Welfare Certificate requirement
  • Maintain good academic standing while in the program
  • Meet with the Title IV-E academic advisor at least once per semester
  • Register for classes as required by the university’s course curriculum requirements
  • Meet program field instruction requirements in a public, private, and/or tribal child welfare agency
  • Commit to searching for and accepting employment in approved child welfare organizations post-graduation

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