Overview

The Advanced Generalist Practice (AGP) specialization prepares graduates to address questions, issues and problems across methods, systems, and fields of practice. As defined at the University of Nevada, Reno School of Social Work, AGP is characterized by: 1) leadership in innovative problem-solving and change; 2) autonomous practice; and 3) use of integrated, evidence-informed knowledge, values, and skills to address ambiguous, complex problems in an increasingly diverse and ever-changing practice environment.

Master of Social Work Foundation Goals and Objectives

The overarching goal of the Social Work program at University of Nevada, Reno are to prepare advanced generalist practitioners who:

Identify as professionals, committed to social work's ethical principles, continuous learning and service that meets the needs of vulnerable and diverse populations;
Demonstrate leadership across system levels through the ability to frame issues in ways that communicate their larger significance and a vision for change, and engage with others in ways that motivate and empower;
Integrate the strengths and person-in-environment perspectives with an array of theoretical models and intervention approaches to uniquely frame and address complex issues across diverse client systems;
Use research to inform practice decisions as well as produce and analyze data to identify client needs, emerging trends and evaluate interventions;
Are able to autonomously navigate diverse ambiguous and changing local, regional, and global contexts in developing and delivering interventions, policies, and programs that promote the health and well-being of individuals, families, groups and society;
Promote social and economic justice through the provision of equitable and interculturally effective programs, policies and services.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Structural Oppression

Theoretical Perspectives on Human Behavior

Social Work Methods with Individuals

Advanced Multidimensional Assessment

Therapeutic Interventions with Individuals

Social Work Administration

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Total program units for the traditional MSW program for students who have not completed an undergraduate degree in Social Work (BSW) are 60 units

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Reno, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

OR 3.25 in the last half of your undergraduate program.

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General requirements

Admission requirements for the 60-credit MSW program of study include:

A non-social work bachelor's degree (with substantial preparation in the liberal arts, including the social sciences, humanities, research, and human biology). A course in statistics and research methods is required prior to beginning our MSW program
An overall undergraduate GPA of 2.75.
Any graduate-level coursework, if applicable, must be at a minimum GPA of 3.0
Evidence of the ability to formulate and present material logically and clearly in written form

Admission requirements for the 32-credit MSW Advanced Standing program:

Graduation from a CSWE accredited baccalaureate program in social work
An overall undergraduate GPA of 2.75 and at least a "C" in each social work course.
Any graduate-level coursework, if applicable, must be at a minimum GPA of 3.0

Tuition Fees

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18632 USD / year

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18632 USD / year

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Free

Living costs

Reno

United States

860 - 1230 USD / month

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Master of Social Work Foundation Goals and Objectives

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

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