Social Work University of Wisconsin Milwaukee

Overview

The Social Work programme at the University of Wisconsin Milwaukee prepares students for careers as advanced practitioners capable of promoting positive change. This comprehensive curriculum focuses on advocacy, education, and research to address complex human service needs within diverse communities.

The course is designed to maximise student choice and flexibility, allowing individuals to select specific populations and practice skills to emphasise. This approach ensures that graduates are well-prepared for contemporary social work practice in various professional settings.

Instruction is anchored in core competencies related to individuals, families, groups, and organisations.

Why Social Work at the University of Wisconsin Milwaukee?

The University of Wisconsin Milwaukee is home to the Helen Bader School of Social Welfare, a centre for excellence in trauma-informed care and applied gerontology. The institution is one of the few in the region to offer an approved school social work programme.

Students benefit from strong community partnerships and specialised training opportunities, such as the Youth-Oriented Substance Use and Trauma Counseling Program. The faculty are recognised leaders in research, providing students with access to cutting-edge developments in the field.

The programme is fully accredited by the Council on Social Work Education’s Board of Accreditation. This ensures that the curriculum meets rigorous national standards for professional social work education and prepares students for state-specific certification and licensure.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: USD 27090 per year
• National fee: USD 27090 per year
• Local fee: USD 13659 per year

Visit the Fees and Funding section for a breakdown in your local currency.

Syllabus

The curriculum is divided into foundation and advanced stages depending on prior academic experience. Modules may include:

• Social Work Practice with Individuals
• Social Work Practice with Families
• Social Work Practice with Groups
• Social Work Practice with Organisations
• Social Work Practice with Communities
• Social Welfare Policy
• Social Justice
• Evaluation

Students may also choose from a variety of elective topics to specialise their degree:

• Behavioral and Mental Health
• Child and Family Well-being
• Clinical Social Work
• Gerontology
• Physical Health
• School Social Work
• Substance Abuse Counseling
• Trauma-informed Care

Careers with Social Work

Graduates from the University of Wisconsin Milwaukee are prepared for leadership roles in a variety of ecological levels, including government and non-profit sectors. The programme provides the educational foundation required for several professional credentials.

Specific career pathways include school social work, where practitioners provide essential services in public schools. The curriculum also satisfies educational requirements for substance abuse counselor certification in Wisconsin, allowing graduates to work in addiction recovery and mental health services.

Many alumni pursue roles in aging services organisations, child welfare agencies, and clinical settings. The focus on trauma-informed care and advocacy ensures that graduates are highly sought after by employers looking for ethical and culturally competent professionals.