Master of Social Work, Concentration in Advanced Standing
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New Program - MS in Speech-Language Pathology
San José State University now offers an online MS in Speech-Language Pathology. Through rigorous coursework and clinical practicum, students are equipped to meet the needs of our culturally and linguistically diverse community. Join us to make a meaningful impact!
MS in Speech-Language PathologyJoin our accelerated and highly selective MSW Advanced Standing program. Graduate in just one year and begin your advanced career in social work. 37 units complete this program, with in-person internship requirements.
The Master of Social Work Advanced Standing option is created for highly qualified students who already hold a bachelor of social work degree. Like our other MSW programs, this program prepares you for professional practice: to advocate, support and work competently with diverse communities and families. Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 3.5 and a minimum grade of A- in all social work major courses to be eligible to apply.
As a student of the MSW Advanced Standing program, you will begin with a set of bridge courses in the summer before entering the specialized final year of the program and completing your internship.
Program Snapshot
37
units
Fall
admission
Program Features
Diverse community
A rich community with a diverse student body, passionate faculty, and active alumni and donors make up the School of Social Work.
CSWE accredited
Our MSW program has been accredited continuously by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) since 1973. This accreditation helps guide our program through core competencies.
Small cohorts
Join a small group of very qualified students to complete your MSW. This opportunity brings lasting connections and networking opportunities.
School of Social Work ranking
SJSU is #5 in College Factual’s 2024 Best Social Work Schools in California.
Career Opportunities
- Careers in social work are growing at about 74,700 openings for social workers each
year for the next decade, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
- California comes out on the top compared to most other states for social worker salaries according to indeed.com.
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Related Programs
Social Work
Our two-year Master of Social Work (MSW) hybrid program offers online classes with an in-person internship component. Two years of continuous enrollment and completion of 60 units is required for this degree.
Pupil Personnel Services Credential
The Post-Master Pupil Personnel Services Credential (PPSC), designed for professionals with an MSW, qualifies you for certification with the state of California as a school social worker. This 10-credit program includes four units of externship done in a school setting.
Speech Language Pathology
Guided by assessment and intervention within an evidence-based, ethical, and multicultural framework, the MS in Speech Language Pathology program equips students to serve the needs of our culturally and linguistically diverse community through a blend of rigorous coursework and clinical practicum.
Contact Information
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socialwork@sjsu.edu