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The Seton Hall University master's degree in social work* prepares students to take their social work career to new heights, offering concentration options in behavioral health and the only graduate forensic program in the state of New Jersey.

Ranked as a Best School for Social Work by U.S. News & World Report, the program offers two tracks, for those with and without an accredited B.S.W.

• Students without a bachelor's degree in social work can enter the Regular Standing track, which can be completed in two years as a full-time student for up to four years part-time. Their first year consists of either on-campus or online (synchronous) coursework.
• Students with an undergraduate degree in social work can go straight into the second year of the program — the Advanced Standing track – which consists of online (asynchronous) courses.

Both years of the Regular Standing option and the Advanced Standing year require on-site fieldwork in the community.

Outside of their studies, social work graduate students also receive a number of opportunities to see their classroom lessons in action, such as participating in Social Work Day at the United Nations, attending professional conferences such as the NASW-NJ Annual Conference, or contributing to the RIOS Lab , which brings together students and community practitioners as they engage in research to drive community wide change.

Seton Hall University's Master of Social Work (MSW) program offers flexibility with fall and spring start dates and an online option in the first year, ideal for both full-time and part-time students. The program, enriched by field placements, allows students to apply classroom knowledge in diverse field settings, gaining practical experience. Faculty with expertise in trauma, substance abuse, immigration, LGBTQ+ issues, and more guide students through a curriculum designed to develop social work skills. This program leads to impactful career outcomes in various social service roles and lays a strong foundation for those considering further advanced degrees.

Our social work students finish the program ready to make a difference. They are prepared to work with individuals, families or groups in a variety of advanced-practice settings — including behavioral health, substance abuse, healthcare and forensic practice. With fieldwork and theoretical components, this program is open to both full- and part-time students.

What is a Master of Social Work (M.S.W.) Degree?

A Master of Social Work (M.S.W.) degree is an advanced, professional degree that prepares students for clinical and non-clinical roles in social work, emphasizing a deep understanding of social systems, human behavior, and evidence-based interventions. The program combines rigorous academic coursework with hands-on field experience, allowing students to apply theoretical knowledge in real-world settings. Graduates are equipped to provide counseling, advocate for social justice, develop and manage social service programs, and influence policy, all to enhance individual and community well-being.

What Can You Do With a Master of Social Work (MSW)?

With a Master's in Social Work (MSW), you're equipped to make a profound impact on individual lives, communities, and societal structures. Social work degree graduates can pursue a range of roles tailored to human services and advocacy. Clinical Social Workers, for instance, provide therapy and counseling services to individuals, families, and groups, helping them navigate personal challenges and mental health issues. School Social Workers collaborate with educators, parents, and students to address educational barriers and enhance student well-being. Those with an interest in public policy might work as Policy Analysts or Advocates, pushing for societal change and crafting legislation to support vulnerable populations. Medical Social Workers assist patients in healthcare settings, ensuring they receive holistic care that considers emotional and social factors. Additionally, roles like Case Manager, Substance Abuse Counselor, and Child Welfare Case Worker are other avenues where social workers can make a difference. Beyond these direct services, there are opportunities in research, program development, and administration within governmental agencies, nonprofits, and NGOs. The best Master's in Social Work programs open doors to a myriad of roles dedicated to enhancing well-being, championing social justice, and making lasting positive changes in communities in social work practice.

*Accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE)

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• 25% Job Growth Expected for Social Workers
• 34% Job Growth Expected for Healthcare Social Workers

Master of Social Work

Learn how to contribute to the greater good of our community as a social worker. Our program consists of on-campus and online courses.

"Seton Hall’s master’s degree in social work is an exemplary program that provides a rigorous — yet innovative — education, preparing students with relevant, results-oriented instruction to excel and prevail in the professional world." Clair Tattoli

Through a carefully structured curriculum of foundational and advanced courses, students in this program reach their maximum potential. Learning takes place both in and out of the classroom, with theoretical coursework and two field placements. For full-time students, class work is spread over two years. Part-time students may take up to four years. Our advanced standing option allows students with undergraduate degrees from accredited social work programs completed in the past five years to go directly into the second year of the program. No credit can be given for work or life experience. View the detailed curriculum.

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Our social work faculty members have vast experience as both academics and practitioners in the field. In addition to frequent conference presentations and article publications in the most prestigious journals in the field, the faculty have decades of teaching experience with universities and government associations, including DYFS and the New Jersey Coalition for Battered Women. Faculty are also experienced professionals in the fields of psychotherapy, addiction counseling and child welfare.

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The College of Arts and Sciences is dedicated to providing graduate programs to educate the professionals, scientists, educators and leaders of the future. Our goal is to impart the skills and knowledge that graduate students need to develop and follow successful career paths and to prepare them to contribute meaningfully to society through service and/or the advancement of knowledge. We believe that an education grounded in the principles of liberal arts and dedicated to societal advancement through research and interdisciplinary studies is the best instrument for producing well-rounded citizens with intentions that are both personally fulfilling and noble.

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At Kean, our Master of Social Work (MSW) program prepares you to become an effective social work practitioner with strong clinical, research and advocacy skills. Students become knowledgeable, well-informed citizens trained to work with individuals and their families, as well as larger organizations.

The Kean MSW program offers three options and is distinguished by our comprehensive focus on direct clinical practice. There is also an emphasis on personal connections between students and faculty members, creating a community of like-minded people dedicated to helping others and committed to the tenet of social and economic justice.

Our social work graduates serve in a variety of roles in mental health agencies, school districts, hospitals, nursing homes and other facilities.

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A strong and personable faculty and student engagement distinguish our Master of Social Work programs.

What You Learn

The 60-credit master's degree in social work trains you as a practitioner, ready to help people and institutions solve problems and improve communities.

• Study social welfare, human behavior and issues confronting families
• Participate in extensive field experiences to advance your training and expand your professional connections
• Learn how to conduct research that advances the field
• Prepare for state licensure exams
• Gain the skills to engage in evidence-based practice with individuals, families, groups, organizations and communities

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MSW Extended Option - On-Campus - June 30

MSW Online (2.5 yr option) - Fall only - August 16

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Social Work - Advanced Standing (MSW)

BSW students may have the first year of courses waived, entering the second year of the MSW program, providing they have an undergraduate GPA of 3.25 in addition to meeting other requirements for admission.

Social Work - Extended Option (MSW)

An extended three-year, full-time program is specifically designed for those students who either must work or who have family responsibilities that make it impossible for them to complete 15 credits of coursework per semester.

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Godfrey Gregg, Ph.D., LCSW

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Other programs you might be interested in

• Counseling (M.A.)
• Educational Administration (M.A.)
• Psychology (M.A.)

The Kean MSW program supports aspiring social workers to explore their passion for work with vulnerable populations, cultivate lasting collegial relationships and network in the profession."

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At Kean we believe learning and job growth extends far beyond the walls of our classrooms. That's why we encourage you to take advantage of a variety of research opportunities available to you, study abroad and pursue internships that will advance your career or set the stage for another advanced degree.

Social Work Club

The Social Work Club is a funded group that supports various professional-development activities such as guest speakers, film viewings and test preparation training.

Internships

Internships are available in school settings, hospitals, community health centers, Veterans Affairs and various agencies throughout New Jersey, with occasional placements in surrounding states.

Phi Alpha Honor Society

Phi Alpha is a social work honor society that enables students to attend meet and greets, programs and seminars to enhance their knowledge and expertise within the profession.

There are a variety of employers looking for MSW graduates, including the following:

• Mental health agencies
• Employee-assistance programs
• School districts
• Nursing homes
• Government divisions
• Correctional facilities
• Nonprofit organizations

9% Job Growth

For social workers is projected through 2031, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

Interested in becoming a field supervisor?

A field supervisor is required to have three years of post-MSW experience and hold a Seminar in Field Instruction (SIFI) certificate. Potential field sites must be able to offer students some exposure to clinical work with clients. The MSW program offers an online SIFI course to new supervisors and provides Continuing Education Units (CEUs) for completion of the course.

If you have any questions, please contact:

Dr. Suzane Thomas  Field Education Director  [email protected] (908) 737-5917

Accreditation

The Master of Social Work (MSW) program at Kean University is accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE).

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The mission of the Master of Social Work program is to prepare competent, compassionate and research informed social work professionals who advocate for social and economic justice and human well-being, while honoring diversity and within the context of the social environment. An emphasis on caring human relationships and freedom from all forms of oppression while supporting strengths, empowerment, and enhancing quality of life will be the focus of practice.

As advanced generalist practitioners, students will become effective leaders through planning and problem solving, multi-system and interdisciplinary collaboration, and excellence in service to individuals, families, groups, communities and organizations all from a global perspective.

In line with the greater mission of Ramapo College, the CSWE Accredited MSW program will emphasize individual attention to students and promote diversity, inclusiveness, sustainability, student engagement and community involvement through interdisciplinary and experiential learning, and international and intercultural understanding.

Ramapo’s small community is nestled in the greater New York City area providing an intimate experience where students, faculty and community agencies collaborate to serve those in need while drawing on the surrounding innovative and progressive culture.

ADVANCED STANDING Credits : 32 Field Hours : 21 per week / 600 total Format : Hybrid Estimated Cost (Per Credit / Total) : $851.82 / $27,258.24 Duration : 1 Year Start Term : Fall Only

FULL-TIME Credits : 64 Field Hours : 21 per week / 1,200 total Format : Hybrid Estimated Cost (Per Credit / Total) : $851.82 / $54,516.48 Duration : 2 Years Start Term : Fall Only

PART-TIME Credits : 64 Field Hours : 21 per week / 1,200 total Format : Hybrid Estimated Cost (Per Credit / Total) : $851.82 / $54,516.48 Duration : 3 Years Start Term : Fall Only

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Thank you for your interest in the Master of Social Work program. At Ramapo College, the faculty and professionals associated with the MSW program are dedicated to your success. From inquiry to graduation, we provide you with 1-on-1 attention, academic and career guidance and advisement, and experiences that will enable you to be a better prepared leader in your field. Please contact me with any questions.

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A Monmouth education has led our graduates to a variety of fulfilling careers that improves others’ quality of life.

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The School of Social Work is built around the ideals of advancing human rights and social justice. Ranked as one of the top social work programs in the country by U.S. News & World Report , the school offers an undergraduate Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) and a graduate Master of Social Work (MSW), both of which are nationally accredited and nationally recognized.

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The Coming Home Project is an effort by the School of Social Work at Monmouth University to recognize and prepare social work students and community practitioners to meet the needs of returning career, reservist, and National Guard military personnel and their families.

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The School of Social Work is a proud Peace Corps partner school and honored to house the Paul D. Coverdell Fellows Program. The program allows returning Peace Corps volunteers to pursue subsidized masters and doctoral degrees.

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The Virginia A. Cory Community Garden at Monmouth University is a group of citizens who work together to create a successful garden and improve their community. The garden provides the opportunity for participants to grow their own produce, following organic practices, and donate produce to local organizations for individuals in need.

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The LGBT+ Older Adult Project, an initiative of the School of Social Work, seeks to improve the quality of life of older LGBT+ adults. 

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The School of Social Work at Monmouth University has created the SRF Suicide Prevention Research and Training Project. Suicide prevention is a critical topic and point of focus with several key populations, including but not limited to youth, veterans, and adults.

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Master of Social Work (MSW) Programs in New Jersey - Campus and Online

Updated: february 15, 2023.

There are currently eight schools in New Jersey that have Master of Social Work (MSW) programs. Of these schools, three offer online MSW programs, and seven offer campus-based programs which include hybrid program options that combine campus-based instruction with online coursework. In addition, all eight of the colleges and universities in New Jersey that have MSW programs offer at least one traditional program option and one advanced standing program option. Students can pursue MSW concentrations in Clinical Practice with Families and Children, Advanced Generalist Social Work Practice, Forensic Social Work, Behavioral Health, Global and Community Practice, and more.

Traditional MSW programs are designed for students who hold a bachelor’s degree in any field or discipline and do not require applicants to have majored in social work as an undergraduate. (Students should note that some programs may prefer or give preference to students who have an undergraduate degree in a related field or who have work experience in social services.) In contrast, advanced standing MSW programs offer a curriculum that is specifically designed to meet the needs of students who have already begun their academic and professional training in social work at the undergraduate level in a CSWE-accredited Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) program. As such, advanced standing MSW programs require a BSW degree for admission.

All eight New Jersey schools that offer MSW programs have either received full accreditation from the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) or been granted candidacy for CSWE accreditation, as is noted in the list below.

• Fairleigh Dickinson University (Granted Candidacy)
• Kean University (Accredited)
• Monmouth University (Accredited)
• Montclair State University (Accredited)
• Ramapo College (Accredited)
• Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey (Accredited)
• Seton Hall University (Accredited)
• Stockton University (Accredited)

In the sections below, MSW programs offered by schools in New Jersey are categorized based on several important factors. Traditional programs are grouped separately from advanced standing programs because they have different admissions requirements. Within the sections for traditional and advanced standing applicants, programs are further broken down based on instructional format. Campus-based programs and programs that incorporate online instruction but require students to attend more than two in-person sessions on campus per years are grouped together. Programs that are entirely or primarily online and that do not require more than two campus visits per year are grouped separately, as indicated below.

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Traditional MSW Programs in New Jersey

There are eight colleges and universities in New Jersey that offer MSW programs in a traditional format. These are full-length master’s degree programs that provide graduate training in clinical and/or macro practice social work and that are either fully accredited or in the candidacy phase for accreditation by the CSWE. Seven of these schools have programs that are fully or partially campus-based. This includes hybrid/blended programs that utilize online instruction but require students to attend more than two campus-based sessions per year. In addition, three of the New Jersey schools offer online MSW programs.

A traditional MSW program generally takes two years to complete for students enrolled full-time. The first year of these programs is devoted to foundational social work courses and field education, while specialization training and fieldwork takes place in the second year. Field education is akin to internship experiences in other fields and is a central feature of formal training in social work. Indeed, the CSWE requires all accredited MSW programs to have traditional standing students complete at least 900 hours of field education while earning their MSW degree. This is true for full-time students and for part-time students, who generally take three to four years to earn their degree. It is also true for students in online programs, which typically allow field education requirements to be completed at agencies, clinics, and other suitable sites near a student’s place of residence.

Kean University in Union County offers a campus-based, traditional standing MSW program with a Direct Clinical Practice specialization. This program’s 60-credit curriculum emphasizes social work in multicultural environments, social work research and program evaluation, and social welfare initiatives. Among the program’s requirements are 1080 hours of field education, including a 480-hour foundational field practicum, and a 600-hour advanced specialization field practicum. Kean University’s traditional MSW program is designed to be completed in four semesters (two years) by full-time students, although it also has a “Three Year Extended Full-Time Option” in which field practicums do not begin until the second year.

Monmouth University , a private, non-profit university located in the Monmouth County borough of West Long Branch, has a traditional MSW program with specializations in Clinical Practice with Families and Children (CPFC), and Global and Community Practice (GCP). The CPFC specialization is offered in a primarily campus-based format, although some courses have an online component. The GCP specialization allows for hybrid instruction, with students taking a mix of online and campus-based courses during their first year and fully online courses in their second year. Both specializations require students to complete a 54-credit curriculum that includes 1000 hours of field education. While the program is designed for two years of full-time enrollment, students can opt for a part-time enrollment plan, which typically leads to graduating in 3.5-4 years.

Montclair State University , a public university located in the Essex County township of Montclair, offers a fully campus-based traditional MSW program with a specialization in Social Work Practice with Children, Youth, and Families. This is a 60-credit program that requires students to engage in 1000 hours of field work, divided between a 400-hour foundational year practicum and a 600-hour advanced field practicum in a setting specific to children and families. The program, which takes two years of full-time enrollment to complete, is designed to prepare students for clinical and/or macro practice social work with individuals, families, groups, and communities.

Ramapo College , which is a state-funded liberal arts college in Bergen County, has a traditional MSW program with an Advanced Generalist Social Work Practice specialization that prepares students for careers in clinical and/or macro practice social work. Students in the program attend campus-based evening classes twice per week and receive supplemental instruction online, while also engaging in site-based field practicums. Traditional students complete a 64-credit curriculum that includes 1200 hours of field education. The program also has a study abroad component for interested students. Study abroad trips take place in the spring semester and have taken students to Cuba, Ghana, Portugal, and the Netherlands to explore international social work issues and needs. Ramapo College’s MSW program has a two-year, full-time completion plan and a three-year, part-time completion plan for traditional standing students.

Rutgers, the State University of New Jersey (Rutgers University) is a large state university with campuses in New Brunswick, Newark, and Camden. The Rutgers School of Social work in New Brunswick has a campus-based MSW program that is offered in a traditional format at all three of the university’s campuses. The program has a Clinical Social Work concentration with optional specializations in: Children, Youth and Families; Health; and Mental and Behavioral Health. Students also have the option of a macro practice Management and Policy concentration that allows for specializations in: Children, Youth, and Families; Mental and Behavioral Health; Global Social Work; and Social Policy. Those who prefer to attend all of their classes in person can enroll in the program at any of the three Rutgers campuses and graduate in two years of full-time study or up to four years of part-time enrollment.

Rutgers’ MSW program is also offered in a part-time, blended format that combines two years of online instruction with a third year in which courses use a hybrid delivery mode. In addition to the campus-based and hybrid MSW program options, Rutgers has an Intensive Weekend (IW) MSW program, which is designed specifically for human services professionals who have been employed in the field for at least one year. The program pairs asynchronous online instruction with in-person, campus-based residences that are held once per month on weekends. The IW program has a three-year enrollment plan and students complete a Clinical Practice specialization with a Leadership and Management focus. Traditional students in the various MSW program options offered by Rutgers are required complete a 60-credit curriculum that includes 1125 hours of site-based field education.

Seton Hall University , a private research university located in South Orange, offers a traditional MSW program with two concentration options: Behavioral Health; and Forensic Social Work. This 60-credit program is divided between a campus-based foundational year and an advanced or specialized year that utilizes a hybrid mix of online and in-person instruction. The program is designed to be completed in two years of full-time enrollment by traditional standing students, although students have the option of taking up to four years to earn their degree on a part-time basis. Students in the program are required to engage in 900 hours of field education.

Stockton University , a state school located in Galloway Township, has an Advanced Practice with Individuals, Families, and Communities MSW program that gives students the option of specializing in Clinical Social Work or in Leadership and Management. The program, which is offered at the university’s Atlantic City campus, has a 60-credit track for traditional students that includes 900 hours of field education. Students in the program receive a mix of online and campus-based instruction, with in-person meetings taking place on Wednesday evenings and Saturday mornings. The completion time for this program is two years for full-time students or three years for those who enroll on a part-time basis.

Fairleigh Dickinson University (FDU) has a traditional MSW program that is offered in a fully online format. The program has an Advanced Social Work Practice curriculum that provides training and instruction in clinical and macro practice social work. Students in the program complete all of their didactic coursework via online instruction and engage in 900 hours of in-person, site-based field education. Full-time enrollment in this program leads to graduating in two years; students who enroll on a part-time basis are allotted up to four years to earn their degree. FDU’s MSW program is in the candidacy phase for CSWE accreditation. This means that students who attend the program while it under review for accreditation are retroactively credited with having earned their degree at a CSWE-accredited school once the program has attained full accreditation.

Kean University has a traditional online MSW program that is offered through its College of Health Professions and Human Services. The program has a Direct Clinical Practice specialization. Students in the program complete a 60-credit curriculum that focuses on social welfare, human behavior and issues confronting families and that includes 1080 hours of site-based field education. Full-time students can complete the program in two years. The program also has a three-year completion option for part-time students.

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey (Rutgers University) has a traditional MSW program that is offered in a fully online format that does not require campus visits. This is 60-credit program that includes 450 hours of generalist or foundational social work field education, and 675 hours of specialized or advanced field education, ensuring that students graduate with a total of 1125 hours of in-person, site-based field experience. Full-time students can complete the program requirements in two years, while part-time enrollment generally leads to graduating in three years. The Rutgers University online MSW program has a Clinical Social Work practice specialization.

Advanced Standing MSW Programs in New Jersey

There are eight schools in New Jersey that offer CSWE-accredited MSW programs, and all eight have at least one advanced standing program track for qualified students who hold a BSW degree conferred by a CSWE-accredited undergraduate program. Additionally, three New Jersey schools offer online MSW programs for advanced standing students.

Advanced standing MSW programs allow BSW graduates who have already taken the foundational courses that typically comprise the first year of a full-time traditional MSW program to earn their MSW degree without having to repeat those courses. Similarly, advanced standing programs credit students with field education hours they completed at the BSW level, reducing the number of hours that must completed at the MSW level by roughly half. This allows qualified BSW graduates to earn their MSW degree in one year of full-time enrollment or two years of part-time enrollment.

Most advanced standing programs require applicants to have earned their BSW degree relatively recently, typically within the last five to ten years. In addition, many programs expect advanced standing applicants to have distinguished themselves academically at the undergraduate level by attaining a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 or higher. BSW program graduates who are not eligible for a school’s advanced standing program track can still earn their MSW degree by enrolling in a program’s traditional track.

Kean University has a Direct Clinical Practice MSW program with an advanced standing track that requires applicants to have earned a BSW degree from a CSWE-accredited program within the last five years. In addition, advanced standing applicants are expected to have a cumulative undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or higher with a 3.5 GPA in all social work major courses. Students who qualify for advanced standing status complete a 30-credit curriculum that includes a 600-hour field practicum. The program has a Direct Clinical Practice specialization with elective coursework in contemporary family issues, palliative care, health and aging, healing from trauma, and substance use disorders.

Monmouth University offers its campus-based MSW program in an advanced standing format for BSW graduates who earned their degree within the last six years and who have a cumulative GPA of 2.75 or better and a GPA of 3.0 or better in all social work major courses. Monmouth’s MSW program has a Clinical Practice with Families and Children (CPFC) specialization and a Global and Community Practice (GCP) specialization. However, only the CPFC specialization is available via campus-based courses, while the GCP specialization is offered fully online. The program’s advanced standing track consists of 30 credits of coursework, inclusive of one 500-hour advanced field practicum. Advanced standing students can complete the program in one year of full-time enrollment. Part-time advanced standing students can earn their degree in two years.

Montclair State University offers an advanced standing MSW program with a specialization in Social Work Practice with Children, Youth and Families. This 33-credit program is campus-based and designed to be completed by full-time students in one academic year, or three semesters (summer, fall, and spring terms). Advanced standing students are required to engage in 600 hours of field education. For advanced standing students who enroll on a part-time basis, the completion time is two years. To be eligible for advanced standing status in the program, applicants must hold a BSW degree from a CSWE-accredited program conferred within the last five years, with a grade of C or better in all social work major courses. In addition, it is recommended that applicants have a cumulative undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or higher on a four-point scale.

Ramapo College has an Advanced Generalist Social Work Practice MSW program with an advanced standing track for BSW graduates who earned their degree from a CSWE-accredited program within the last five years. In addition, applicants for advanced standing status are required to have a GPA of 3.25 or higher in all undergraduate social work major courses. Students who are granted advanced standing status complete a 32-credit curriculum that includes 600 hours of field education. Courses are taught using a hybrid format, with students coming to campus twice per week for evening courses and receiving the rest of their instruction online. The program gives students the option of pursing study abroad opportunities, which bring students to countries such as Cuba, Ghana, Portugal, or the Netherlands to study international social work every spring semester. Advanced standing students in the program can earn their degree in one year of full-time enrollment or choose part-time enrollment and graduate in two years.

Rutgers, the State University of New Jersey (Rutgers University) has an MSW program that is offered in campus-based formats at its New Brunswick, Newark, and Camden campuses. All three campuses have an advanced standing track for MSW program applicants who hold a BSW degree from a CSWE-accredited undergraduate program with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher. Advanced standing students complete a 39-credit curriculum that includes 675 hours of field education. The program has a Clinical Social Work concentration with Areas of Emphasis in: Children, Youth and Families; Health; and Mental and Behavioral Health. In addition, the program offers a macro practice Management and Policy concentration with Areas of Emphasis in: Children, Youth and Families; Health; Mental and Behavioral Health; Global Social Work; and Social Policy. Advanced standing students can complete the program in one year of full-time enrollment or extend the time to completion by an additional year by enrolling on a part-time basis.

Rutgers University also has an Intensive Weekend (IW) MSW program with an advanced standing track for eligible BSW graduates who have spent a minimum of one year working full-time in a social or human services field. The IW program is offered part-time and utilizes a mix of asynchronous online instruction and campus-based class meetings that take place over one weekend per month when school is in session. Students in this program complete a 39-credit Clinical Social Work curriculum with a Leadership and Management focus. Advanced standing students must engage in 675 hours of field education and can graduate from the program in two years.

Seton Hall University offers a hybrid advanced standing track for BSW graduates that combines on-campus and online instruction. In fact, the majority of courses in the program are offered online. BSW program graduates with a cumulative undergraduate GPA of 2.75 on a four-point scale and a 3.0 GPA in their undergraduate social work major courses may be eligible for the program’s advanced standing track. The MSW program has two concentration options: Behavioral Health; and Forensic Social Work. The 33-credit advanced standing curriculum, which includes 500 hours of site-based field education, is designed to be completed in one year by full-time students and in two years by part-time students.

Stockton University offers an Advanced Practice with Individuals, Families, and Communities MSW program with an advanced standing track for qualified students who hold a BSW degree from a CSWE-accredited undergraduate program and a cumulative undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or better on a four-point scale. The program gives students a choice between specializing in Clinical Social Work or in Leadership and Management. Advanced standing students complete a 30-credit curriculum that includes 500 hours of field education and can earn their degree in one year of full-time enrollment or two years of part-time enrollment. While Stockton University’s main campus is in Galloway Township, the MSW program is offered at Stockton’s Atlantic City campus.

Fairleigh Dickinson University (FDU) has an online MSW program with an advanced standing track that requires applicants to have earned a BSW degree from a CSWE-accredited undergraduate program and to have graduated with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher on a four-point scale. The program has Advanced Social Work Practice curriculum that provides training and instruction in clinical practice and in macro practice social work. Advanced standing students must complete 30 credits in order to fulfill the program’s academic requirements. This includes 500 hours of site-based field education. Full-time advanced standing students can graduate in one year, while part-time students generally take two years to earn their degree. The MSW program offered by FDU is in the candidacy phase for CSWE accreditation. This means that students currently enrolled in the program will be retroactively credited with having graduated from a CSWE-accredited program once full accreditation has been granted.

Monmouth University offers an online advanced standing MSW program with a specialization in Global and Community Practice. To qualify for the program, applicants must hold a BSW degree conferred within the last six years by a program accredited by the CSWE. In addition, advanced standing applicants must have a cumulative undergraduate GPA of 2.75 or higher with a 3.0 GPA in all social work major courses. Students granted advanced standing status complete a 30-credit curriculum, inclusive of 500 hours of site-based field education. The program supports both full-time enrollment, which leads to graduating in one year, and part-time enrollment, which adds another year to the completion time.

Rutgers, the State University of New Jersey (Rutgers University) offers an online MSW program through the Rutgers School of Social Work. The program has a Clinical Social Work specialization and an advanced standing track designed for BSW graduates whose cumulative undergraduate GPA is 3.0 or higher on a four-point scale. Advanced standing online students complete a 39-credit curriculum that includes 675 hours of site-based field education. Once admitted to the Rutgers online program, students have the option of applying for a Violence Against Women and Children Certificate (VAWC) or a Latina/o/x Initiatives for Service, Training, and Assessment Certificate (LISTA), either of which can be completed as part of the program’s 39-credit curriculum. This program is designed to be completed in four consecutive semesters (summer, fall, spring, summer), which leads to graduating in just over one year.

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Master of Social Work

The final deadline to apply for FALL 2024 for our Waco Campus was MAY 1. If you have questions, please email [email protected] . The fall 2025 app will open in September. If you're interested in our online program for fall 2024, head on over to our MSW online page .

Why earn your MSW degree at Baylor?

Students in the Master of Social Work (MSW) program at Baylor receive a well-rounded education focused on social justice and the ethical intersection of faith and practice. Our residential and online MSW degree programs prepare professional social workers who can assess and build on the strengths of persons, families and communities.

Our innovative academics and unique experiential learning opportunities train students to become compassionate and ethical social workers who believe social work is about service and justice, healing and restoration, and the dignity of all people.

Click here to download a free resource guide about the social work profession and career opportunities.

MSW Curriculum

The MSW at Baylor is a research-based program taught by expert faculty with hands-on experience in the profession. Our curriculum provides the best of both time-tested methodology and cutting-edge discovery.

The Garland School of Social Work offers a Master of Social work with two academic specializations (Clinical Practice and Community Practice) and partners with The Hankamer School of Business and Truett Theological Seminary to offer a joint MSW/MBA, MDiv/MSW or MTS/MSW. Our MSW program is fully accredited by the Council on Social Work Education.

A 10:1 student-to-professor ratio creates an environment of active, meaningful learning; students grow academically and professionally and have opportunities to participate in research projects thanks to outstanding faculty mentorship.

Students can enroll in the Master of Social Work program at either our residential campus in Waco, Texas, or our online campus from almost anywhere.

Social Work Specializations and Concentrations

Baylor’s MSW students can choose to specialize in either Clinical Practice or Community Practice. The MSW Concentration is an option designed to develop a student’s knowledge base more comprehensively in one area of social work practice.

Social Work Practicum Education

Practicum is considered the signature pedagogy of social work education; internships provide the opportunity to apply knowledge to work with clients and the systems that impact them.

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Master of Social Work

The mission of Stockton’s MSW Program is to educate social workers who are prepared for specialized practice with diverse individuals, families and communities.

The Program aims to produce graduates who understand the human condition and the commonalities that all people everywhere share, while respecting and honoring differences in personal and communal history, social class, race, color, ethnicity, culture, language, immigration status, gender, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, age, political ideology, religion, and disability status.

The curriculum focuses on developing practitioners who are able creatively to develop an in-depth understanding of diverse worldviews and incorporate a global perspective; empower diverse people to expand their capacities, resources, and opportunities; and advocate for policies and services that address social conditions that limit the quality of life for all people.

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The Program is built upon a strong foundation of generalist social work practice values, knowledge and skills. Students are expected to understand and be able to apply an ecosystems perspective, the strengths perspective and empowerment practice theory. They develop a thorough acquaintance with the negative effects of oppression, discrimination, marginalization and other social forces that block people’s ability to meet their basic human needs. They are expected to critically examine multiple theories, perspectives and approaches as they become acquainted with research literature and as they develop experience in agency practice.

Continuing the central focus of the undergraduate program, the MSW Program aims to produce graduates who have a lifelong commitment to upholding human rights, respecting human diversity and working towards social justice in their professional and personal lives.

In addition to our program's concentration on working with diverse populations (area of specialized practice ), we also offer opportunities for students to develop expertise in other areas of social work practice. Our program offers elective tracks in the areas of clinical social work, as well as in leadership and management. Stockton also offers education in the areas of child welfare, being the lead institution in the statewide Masters Child Welfare Education Program (MCWEP).

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Accreditation information .

Stockton University's Master of Social Work program is accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE).  Click here  to view the most recent Assessment of Student Learning Outcomes (Form AS 4M). Stockton University's MSW Program earned its initial accreditation in October 2012, retroactive to October 2009.  Its accreditation was reaffirmed in October 2016.  Its most recent Assessment Report is included here:

Academic Year 2022-23 Assessment of Student Learning Outcomes

Program Mission & Handbook

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MSW Faculty and Staff

Robert Barney

Associate professor of social work, ph.d. (university of louisville), msw (university of kentucky), b.a. (asbury university).

Guia Calicdan-Apostle

Associate professor of social work, dsw (university of pennsylvania), msw (asian social institute, philippines), bsw (philippine women's university).

Professor of Social Work, Ph.D., MSW (Virginia Commonwealth University), B.A. (Bridgewater College), LCSW

Jennifer Dunkle

Assistant professor of social work, ph.d., msw (fordham university), b.a. (marshall university).

Professor Emerita of Social Work Academic Coordinator of the BCWEP and MCWEP Program, Ph.D., (Rutgers University), MSW (University of Pennsylvania), MA/BA (University of Chicago), LCSW

Robin Hernandez-Mekonnen

Associate professor of social work, ph.d., msw (university of pennsylvania), b.a. (university of wisconsin-madison).

Dawn Konrady Fanslau

Director of child welfare education instiute, edd (drexel university), msw (stockton university), mba (stockton university), ma (lasalle university), bs (susquehanna university).

Loretta Mooney

Assistant professor of social work; ph.d. (widener university); msw (university of maryland at baltimore); bsw (lasalle university).

John Searight

Professor emeritus of social work and academic coordinator of the bcwep program, msw (university of pennsylvania).

Allison Sinanan

Lori Tomaro

Assistant coordinator of msw field education, msw (monmouth university), bsw (stockton university), lcsw..

The curriculum provides two basic models for two different groups of students: a) those who are coming to the University with a completed non-social work bachelor’s degree and wish to earn a master’s degree; and b) those who are coming to the University with a CSWE accredited social work bachelor's degree and wish to earn a master's degree.

In the MSW program, student learning outcomes are described as competencies and practice behaviors. For a full discussion of these competencies and practice behaviors at both the Generalist and Specialized Practice levels, please click here .

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Generalist Program (full-time and part-time option)

To earn an MSW Degree, students must successfully complete a minimum of 60 credits in the prescribed MSW curriculum. Stockton's MSW Program consists of a generalist practice year and a specialized practice year.

In the generalist MSW courses, students will learn about the value base of the social work profession and about ethical decision-making. They will learn to understand the history of social welfare. They will develop an understanding of the social work profession, including its commitment to diversity and to working with oppressed groups. They will develop an understanding of research methodology and of how to apply research findings to practice. Students will develop an understanding of social work perspectives and theories, including ecological and systems theories, the person-in-environment perspective, the strengths perspective, and the empowerment approach. They will learn to integrate classroom learning with practicum experience, applying social work knowledge, values, and skills in an agency setting with client systems.

Finally, students will be free to choose three elective courses. You may elect to combine your electives to earn an elective track in leadership and management, or in clinical social work. Students who desire to take electives outside the program must obtain prior approval from their advisors.

MSW Full-time, Two-Year Program Curriculum - 60 credits

MSW Part-time, Three-Year, Curriculum - 60 credits The MSW program offers a part-time option to the generalist program. This option will only be made available to those taking the generalist 60 credit program curriculum. Those students wanting to complete the part-time option will take 60 credit hours over the course of 3 years instead of two. The number of part-time seats will be limited. Those not admitted to the part-time option may still be offered seats in the generalist two-year program

For course descriptions, please visit The University's Course Catalog .

Advanced Standing Program (full-time and part-time option)

Advanced Standing is open to individuals who have earned baccalaureate degrees in social work from a social work program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education. MSW Full-time, One-Year Advanced Standing, Curriculum- 30 credits

In the Advanced Standing Program, students complete the specialized practice year of the One-Year Program.

MSW Part-time, Two-Year Advanced Standing, Curriculum- 30 credits Beginning in the Fall 2022 semester, the MSW program will be offering an additional part time advanced standing option. Those students wanting to complete the part time advanced standing option will take 30 credit hours over the course of two years instead of one. The number of part time seats will be limited. Those not admitted to the part time option may still be offered seats in the advanced standing one-year program.

Stockton's MSW program requires students to complete 9 credit hours of electives during the specialized practice year. Students can choose to take any combination of electives that they desire. Below is a listing of some of the most recent electives offered in the program.

Clinical Electives

• SOWK 5512 Clinical Social Work Practice With Groups
• SOWK 5515 Clinical Social Work Practice in Health Settings
• SOWK 5528 Psychopathology Using a Competency Based Assessment Model
• SOWK 5530 Psychopathology, Psychopharmacology, and Cultural Neuroscience
• SOWK 5532 Suicide Assessment and Intervention
• SOWK 5535 Substance Abuse: Treatment and Recovery
• SOWK 5538 Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
• SOWK 5540 Clinical Gerontological Social Work Practice 
• SOWK 5562 Leadership & Management II:  Clinical Supervision and Consultation
• SOWK 5570 Trauma-Informed Social Work Practice
• SOWK 5573 Core Components and Intervention Skills for Trauma - Informed Practice
• SOWK 5575 Forensic Interviewing of Children

Leadership and Management Electives

• SOWK 5561 Leadership & Management I: Leading and Managing Human Service Organizations
• SOWK 5562 Leadership & Management II: Clinical Supervision and Consultation
• SOWK 5563 Leadership & Management III: Program Planning, Development, and Funding

General Electives

• SOWK 5550 International Social Work
• SOWK 5552 Child Migration and U.S. Immigration Policy: Faculty Led Program
• SOWK 5590 Empowering Groups and Communities for Social Change

Masters Child Welfare Education Program Electives

• SOWK 5571 Trauma-Informed Child Welfare Practice
• SOWK 5572 Child Welfare Leadership and Supervision

Elective Tracks

Students who complete SOWK 5561, 5562, and 5563 will earn an Elective Track in Leadership and Management, in addition to the Program’s Specialized Practice in Working with Diverse Individuals, Families, and Communities.  Electives are offered based upon demand, therefore elective tracks cannot be guaranteed if there is not sufficient student enrollment.

Students who complete three of the available Clinical Electives (choosing from SOWK 5512, 5515, 5528, 5530, 5532, 5535, 5538, 5540, 5562, 5570, or 5575) will earn an Elective Track in Clinical Social Work, in addition to the Program’s Specialized Practice in Working with Diverse Individuals, Families, and Communities. Students should note that the regular curriculum courses include additional content relating to clinical social work.

Welcome to Stockton University’s Master in Social Work (MSW) Practicum Program.  As part of the social work curriculum, practicum education provides important learning experiences for students to integrate classroom learning with applied experiences within human service agencies.  Practicum placements are therefore necessary to achieve curriculum learning outcomes. Through partnerships with students, human service agencies, and the Social Work Program, practicum placements are developed to enhance professional growth and competencies that better serve an increasingly diverse community of service providers and consumers.

Students accepted in the generalist year are required to complete 200 practicum hours per semester with a total of 400 for the academic year. Students entering the specialized second year of the program and advanced standing students are required to complete 250 hours per semester with a total of 500 for the academic year.

General Information

• 2023-2024 Practicum Manual
• Agency Affiliation Agreement form

Practicum Instructor Forms

• Practicum Instructor Application/Update Form
• Practicum Instructor Program Evaluation Form

Seminar in Practicum Instruction (SIPI)

Practicum instructors who have an interest in supervising students require a training in practicum instruction. Please contact Lori Tomaro , the MSW Assistant Practicum Coordinator for the dates of the practicum instruction (SIPI) training as well as the online option of the course. 

Application Deadline

Fall 2024: march 15, 2024, prerequisite requirements.

• Cumulative GPA of 3.0;
• Adequate foundation in the liberal arts (at least 24 credits, as demonstrated in your official transcript);
• Facility in a second language (other than English) will be considered a strength in the applicant's file.

To be considered for admission to the MSW program, applicants must submit the following:

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• Application fee: $50 (non-refundable), submitted with your online application
• Graduate application essay
• MSW Program Essays (this includes brief essays in response to questions posed in the application)
• Baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited institution (official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended are required and must be sent directly to the Office of Graduate Admissions). Advanced Standing applicants must hold a baccalaureate degree in social work from a college or university accredited by the Council on Social Work Education;
• Three current letters of recommendation from persons who are familiar with the applicant's work (academic work, paid employment, or volunteer work in social welfare) sent electronically via the online application. Advanced Standing applicants must ensure that at least one of their letters of reference are from a BSW practicum instructor or field supervisor who can speak to their abilities in the practicum , or from a supervisor at a social work agency where they have recently been employed. 
• Official transcripts from all colleges/universities attended ( including Stockton ) should be emailed, mailed, or dropped off directly to the Office of Graduate Admissions: By mail: Office of Graduate Admissions, N-Wing 007a 101 Vera King Farris Drive Galloway, NJ 08205-9441 Electronically: [email protected]
• An interview and/or writing sample may be required
• Candidates for who English is their second language must submit English proficiency test results and scores through TOEFL, IELTS, or ELS EAP Level 112. To review international applicant deadlines and admission criteria, please click here.

For additional information about Graduate Admissions and the MSW application process, click here  or call (609) 626-3640.

For specific questions regarding the MSW Program, contact:

Dr. Allison Sinanan MSW Program Chair [email protected]

Frequently Asked Questions

1. what is the stockton msw program.

Stockton's MSW Program is an advanced professional degree that prepares its graduates for careers as social work practitioners, supervisors, leaders, and managers in a broad spectrum of settings, including social agencies and institutions, educational facilities, community organizations, and governmental and nongovernmental organizations. For further information about social work careers, explore this website: http://careers.socialworkers.org/

2. When and where are classes held?

MSW Program classes are held on the following days:

• Monday evenings (hybrid style): 6:00 p.m. -8:50 p.m.
• Wednesday evenings beginning at 4:30 p.m.
• Saturday morning/afternoon from 8:15 a.m. – 2:45 p.m. with one hour break provided for lunch.

All classes are held at Stockton’s Atlantic City campus . Practicum work must generally be done in the daytime during the work week. Additionally, a practicum seminar will be held every other week in the late afternoon hours on Wednesdays.

3. Are there any concentrations or specializations offered?

4. do you have an advanced standing program.

Yes, Stockton offers advanced standing to applications who have completed a baccalaureate degree in social work from a program that is accredited by the council on social work education

5. What is Advanced Standing?

6. when are applications due, 7. what type of admissions process is there, 8. are standardized test scores required for admission, 9. is stockton's msw program accredited by the council on social work education, 10. if i obtain an msw degree from stockton, will i be eligible to take the lcsw (license in clinical social work) examination.

Yes. You will also be able to take the New Jersey LCSW (License in Clinical Social Work) examination after you have obtained the LSW, the necessary post-MSW clinical experience and supervision, and after you have completed the necessary clinical coursework. For further information on licensure, visit the website of the New Jersey Board of Social Work Examiners or the National Association of Social Workers, New Jersey Chapter . Please keep in mind that state licensing requirements are different outside the state of New Jersey.

11. What are the prerequisites for enrolling in the MSW Program?

You must have completed a baccalaureate degree (in any subject), including 24 credits in liberal arts. A course in statistics is strongly recommended but not required for admission. To enroll in the Advanced Standing Program, you must have completed an undergraduate degree in social work from a program that is accredited by the Council on Social Work Education.

12. I have a degree in a related field, and I have worked for a number of years doing work comparable to what social workers do. Am I eligible for Advanced Standing?

No, your degree must be in social work.

13. I have a Master's Degree in a related field. Can I transfer any of those credits into the MSW Program?

14. will any graduate credits be transferable into the msw program, 15. am i able to start the msw program in the spring semester, 16. what if i miss the application deadline, 17. if i start the traditional program as a full time student, can i later switch over to the part time program , 18. can i get credit for life experience, additional information, msw scholarship.

Faculty, staff, alumni, field instructors, and interested community members are working together to fund dedicated scholarships that will be reserved exclusively for the support of future MSW students.  If you are interested in contributing toward this effort, your donation, small or large, will help.

Support Stockton MSW students by giving to the MSW Endowed Scholarship Fund , by completing this form.  Please make sure to designate the MSW Endowed Scholarship. Your gift will go directly to help our students!

If you are a student interested in applying for the MSW Scholarship or any other Stockton Foundation scholarship , please click HERE to learn more about submitting an application.

MCWEP Program

The Masters Child Welfare Education Program (MCWEP) is a partnership of the New Jersey Department of Children and Families and a consortium of four New Jersey MSW programs— Monmouth University, Ramapo College of New Jersey, Rutgers University, and Stockton University. With Stockton University as the consortium’s Lead Institution, the program is only open to current Division of Child Protection and Permanency (DCP&P), SCR, and Adoptions Operations Casework Supervisors and Supervisors .  MCWEP gives those individuals the opportunity to strengthen their skills in clinical social work practice and supervision, obtain an advanced credential in social work (MSW), and ultimately to enhance the capacity of the Division to deliver the highest quality services to the vulnerable children and families that it serves.

Click HERE to view the brochure for MCWEP students at Stockton or visit the full MCWEP website at www.stockton.edu/MCWEP .

MSW Program Assessment

Stockton University's MSW Program earned its initial accreditation in October 2012, retroactive to October 2009.  Its accreditation was reaffirmed in October 2016.  Its most recent Assessment Report is included here:

Additional Resource Links

• Association of Social Work Boards
• ASWB Laws and Regulations Database (for Social Work Licensing Requirement Websites outside of NJ)
• NJ Social Work Licensing Standards
• School Social Work Standard
• Steps to Obtain Your License (from NASW-NJ website)
• Student Debt Forgiveness
• Information for Practice
• Journal of Social Work Values and Ethics
• The New Social Worker Online
• Council on Social Work Education (has list of all accredited and in-candidacy BSW and MSW social work programs )
• International Association of Schools of Social Work
• International Federation of Social Workers
• National Association of Black Social Workers
• NASW Code of Ethics
• National Association of Social Workers, New Jersey Chapter
• Network for Social Work Management
• APA Style Information
• Additional APA Style Assistance
• Social Work Education Network

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ICYMI: New Student Loan Redemption Program to Support Home and Community-Based Workers

Human Services, Children and Families, and Higher Education Student Assistance Authority Unveil New Program to Attract & Retain Health Care and Social Services Professionals 

TRENTON – As part of a continued effort to improve and expand the home and community-based services workforce, the Department of Human Services, Department of Children and Families, and the Higher Education Student Assistance Authority today announced a new student loan redemption program to benefit health care, behavioral health, and social services professionals serving those with medical needs, behavioral and/or mental health conditions, and disabilities. Under the new Home and Community-Based Services Provider Loan Redemption Program, eligible workers can receive up to $50,000 in loan relief in exchange for one year of service at an approved home- and community-based services provider agency or as a self-directed employee. “Uplifting our healthcare workers is mission-critical to delivering on the needs of New Jersey residents. This student loan redemption program further bolsters our home and community-based services workforce, and it is key in supporting qualified service providers to bring their skills and expertise to communities across the state,” Governor Phil Murphy said. “In addition to alleviating the financial burdens of this workforce, this program also builds the capacity to deliver care in the community for more New Jerseyans. I applaud DHS Commissioner Sarah Adelman, DCF Commissioner Christine Norbut Beyer, and HESAA Executive Director Margo Chaly for their work to make this program a reality.” “We continue to invest in innovative approaches to strengthen and prioritize independence and person-centered care that will help individuals live in their own homes and remain active in their communities,” Human Services (DHS) Commissioner Sarah Adelman said. “This new student loan redemption program will benefit caregivers who provide vital supports to people with disabilities and with behavioral health needs, as well as older adults living in the community. Supporting our care workers must be a priority.” “At the Department of Children and Families, we are committed to a robust network of in-community and in-home services, so that families can stay together while they access the treatment or support solutions that best meet their needs,” Children and Families (DCF)  Commissioner Christine Norbut Beyer, MSW, said . “In partnership with DHS and HESAA, offering this loan redemption program is one part of a multi-level strategy to ensure that our contracted service providers can compete for the highly competent, well-trained workforce that New Jersey children, youth, and families deserve. These care workers help our families to heal from adversity and trauma, to strengthen the bonds of family and community, and to achieve their utmost potential – to be safe, healthy, and connected in all that they do.” “Our team is pleased to work in partnership with DHS and DCF to help bolster social services and health care workforces in New Jersey,” Higher Education Student Assistance Authority (HESAA) Executive Director Margo Chaly, Esq. said. “As with all student loan redemption programs that HESAA administers, the goal of this new program is to encourage professionals to start and continue working in high-need fields. By incentivizing eligible experts to serve in home and community-based settings, our state will ensure more residents can receive the mental health and social supports that they need.” Professionals eligible to apply include psychiatrists, licensed psychologists, licensed social workers, licensed clinical social workers, psychiatric nurse mental health clinical specialists, board certified behavior analysts, board certified behavior analysts-doctoral, licensed clinical or certified alcohol and drug counselors, licensed professional and associate counselors, licensed or associate marriage and family therapists, DCF care managers, registered nurses, and licensed practical nurses. Self-directed employees are also eligible to apply. Program funding comes from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services and is part of a $100 million, FY24 strategic investment by DHS in home- and community-based services, including significant investments in workforce development. In addition to the student loan redemption program, the plan will establish recruitment, training, and certification programs for direct care staff, along with establishing new community-based housing options for individuals with disabilities or behavioral health conditions. The one-time allocation for this student loan redemption program provides:

• $5 million for eligible employees serving in DHS’ Division of Mental Health and Addiction Services -contracted agencies;
• $5 million for eligible employees serving in DHS’ Division of Developmental Disabilities -funded agencies and self-directing employees;
• $5 million for eligible employees at DCF-approved settings; and
• $2 million for eligible private duty nurses employed by agencies contracted by NJ FamilyCare ’s managed care organizations .

“We are proud to offer this new benefit to dedicated workers who support individuals with disabilities and older adults in the community,” DHS Deputy Commissioner for Aging and Disability Services Kaylee McGuire said. “Creative steps such as a loan redemption program will help attract and retain workers and build a stronger foundation for the future.” To qualify for this student loan redemption program, an applicant must meet all of these requirements:

• Be employed full-time in an eligible profession by a State-funded home- and community-based provider agency;
• Maintain a current license/board certification, as applicable, to practice in New Jersey throughout participation in the program;
• Maintain employment at the State-funded home- and community-based provider agency for at least one year, pursuant to the terms of a contract with HESAA;
• Not be in default on any eligible qualifying student loan; and
• Not currently be participating in any other student loan redemption program or in the federally-administered National Health Service Corps Loan Repayment Program.

This initiative builds upon efforts by the Murphy Administration to bolster this critical workforce, including funding wage increases for home health aides, certified nurse assistants, direct support professionals, child care workers, behavioral health providers, and more as the state’s minimum wage increased to $15 per hour over recent years, as well as launching a Jobs that Care New Jersey website and paid advertising campaign to promote direct care training and job opportunities. Provider agencies are encouraged to share information about this program with all eligible employees prior to July 1, when applications will open for a 30-day period. Eligible program participants who submit a complete and accurate application will be selected by October 1 on a first-come, first-serve basis. For more information on the program and to apply once the application opens, visit here . 

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