The School of Social Work is committed to preparing entry-level generalist (BSWs) and advanced professional social workers (MSSWs) to meet the needs of a bi-national and multicultural community. The program has two concentrations: Direct Practice with Latino Individuals, Families and Groups, and Administration and Community Practice. The program emphasizes multicultural awareness, professional competence, ethical practice, knowledge building acquisition, and social services that promote social and economic justice in a bi-national environment.
Program Goals and Objectives
The UTRGV MS in Social Work – Direct Practice teaches evidence-based practices for working with at-risk populations with a focus on applicability to the Latino community.
Deepen your knowledge of advanced social work practice with individuals, families and groups, including the therapeutic process, empowerment and strength perspectives, and clinical strategies for change.
Learn to apply evidence-based family therapy practice models for working with populations-at-risk, as well as critique family practice models with respect to their efficacy for work with Latinos.
In this program, you will:
Potential job opportunities include:
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UT Rio Grande Valley's 100% online accelerated graduate programs offer affordable tuition, and financial aid is available for those who qualify.
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For more information on our Graduate Scholarships, please visit our Scholarships page.
UTRGV is an equal opportunity institution in the administration of its financial aid programs. In keeping with this policy, financial aid is extended to students without regard to race, creed, sex, national origin, veteran status, religion, age or disability. For additional information regarding funding please visit our Financial Aid for Accelerated Online Programs page.
No Application Fee
Graduation Fee: $50
Please review all the admission requirements for the Master of Science in Social Work Online - Direct Practice with Latino Individuals, Families and Groups (Advance Standing) degree program. For specific questions or more details, contact an enrollment specialist at 1-833-887-4842.
Submit your application online.
Submit transcripts from all colleges/universities
3.0 (on a 4.0 scale)
3 References from Professional or Academic sources
Begin your journey to a more successful career by applying to UTRGV today.
Learn more about the powerful educational experience waiting for you at UTRGV.
Call us at 1-833-887-4842 to speak with an Enrollment Specialist.