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Designed for working adults, the Capital MSW offers a flexible hybrid learning format with courses offered during the evening hours and electives on Saturday. Clinical field experience allows our students to apply their knowledge and skills under the guidance of a dedicated Field Education Instructor.

Applications for the ASAP and Two-Year Traditional programs are open now! Both the ASAP and Two-Year programs will start in Fall 2025.

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Flexible Learning Opportunities for Aspiring Social Work Professionals

Master of Social Work

Social workers recognize the critical role that they play in advocating for human rights, equity, systemic change, and the elimination of poverty. MSW graduates are committed to impacting change at all levels of society from individuals and families to organizations and global communities. Capital’s Master of Social Work degree is unique in offering an MSW in Advanced Social Work Practice.  This distinction allows our graduates to practice in any field of social work. Through classroom instruction and exceptional field experiences, our students gain the knowledge and skills needed to work with diverse populations and cultures  in a variety of practice settings. The Capital MSW is either a one-year or two-year program, depending on your area of undergraduate study.

What can you do with a degree in this academic area?

  • Micro- and Macro- areas of practice, such as ...
  • Behavioral health
  • Addiction services
  • Program development
  • Policy/advocacy practice
  • Justice system
  • Clinical medical social work
7%

Job Growth Rate from 2022-2023

100%

Of Students Complete Field Experience before Graduation

12:1

Student to Faculty Ratio

Two-Year MSW Program

The traditional two-year MSW program features a comprehensive curriculum with a hybrid learning format. The first year is dedicated to building a solid foundation in generalist social work practice, followed by a second year focused on advanced social work practice. Tailored for students with a bachelor's degree in a non-social work field, Capital’s program encourages applications from diverse academic backgrounds. Students in the traditional MSW program are required to complete 59 credit hours in addition to field hour requirements. 

Advanced Standing (ASAP) Program

The Advanced Standing (ASAP) one-year MSW program is a dynamic three-semester initiative commencing in the summer and concluding the following spring. Specifically designed for individuals holding a bachelor's degree in social work from a CSWE-accredited program, this program offers an accelerated pathway for those wishing to pursue advanced practice social work careers. Students in the one-year MSW program are required to complete 36 credit hours in addition to field hour requirements.

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Wednesday, November 13, 2024 at 6 PM

Please join us for an interactive virtual application workshop designed to help you finalize your application as we approach the December 1st priority deadline for the Master of Social Work program. This is a great opportunity to ask any last-minute questions, get clarification on the application process, and ensure that your application is the best it can be.

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Field Education Program

Capital works with each student to secure a field placement that aligns with their interests and passions. Often, the field placement is near our student’s community of residence. Field placements are important for future professionals to gain hands-on experiences. Our faculty works closely with students to ensure they find the best fit. Past field placements have included Nationwide Children’s Hospital, Ohio Health, Ohio Guidestone, addiction treatment services, community mental health centers, school districts, and youth advocate programs.  

All students in the MSW program are required to complete 900 field hours for their field education experience. Those students in the 2 yr. MSW program will complete 224 hours in their MSW I year, and 680 hours in their MSW II year. Students in the ASAP program will complete 680 hours.

Sample Classes

  • Theories & Models for Advanced Practice with Individuals and Families
  • Theories & Models for Advanced Practice with Groups
  • Theories & Models for Advanced Practice with Communities and Organizations
  • Advanced Field Placement
  • Evidence Based Practice
  • Substance Use/Behavioral Health Care
  • Social Justice & Advocacy

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