Master of Social Work for Working Professionals

Available Intake
 

Regular Track and Advanced Standing - Fall 2024  Deadline to submit a complete application package is March 1, 2024. A complete application includes all reference letters.

 

Advanced Standing - Winter 2025  Deadline to submit a complete application package is September 1, 2024. A complete application includes all reference letters.

 

Welcome to the Online Master of Social Work for Working Professionals
 

The mission of the Online Master of Social Work for Working Professionals is to promote social justice through quality professional education, advocacy, community partnerships, and the development and dissemination of knowledge through enquiry. Our goal is to provide students the opportunity to enjoy a fulfilling educational experience where they will embrace a leadership role in social work education and research becoming the social work leaders of tomorrow. 

 

Please note MSWwp Students are ineligible to receive a GA position as this is a professional weekend program and students are working professionals.

 

Advance your skills and recharge your career with the MSW for Working Professionals On-line Program
The program requirements are modeled after our full-time on-campus MSW program however you will be enrolled in exclusive sections of these courses that are limited to students in the MSW for Working Professionals Online Program. Students will take the prescribed courses sequentially. The schedule is rigorous but you will have time in between course weekends to complete assignments.

 

Our MSW for Working Professionals classes run online in Zoom Fridays from 3:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., and Saturdays from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. You will attend class on alternating weekends (with some exceptions). The program is completed in a specific course sequence and you will attend with the same cohort.

 

For those entering the Regular Track with a four-year honours BA, you will complete the program in 32 months. Students entering with an honours BSW who are admitted to the Advanced Track will complete the program in 16 months.

Share ideas with other professionals

You will have an opportunity to share ideas, gain knowledge of best practices from other agencies and organizations, and learn from expert faculty who are not only top teaching talent but who are committed to civic engagement. After each class weekend, you will be able to transfer your new knowledge and skills back to your workplace, the results are immediate.

 

 

This is an Online Synchronous program, therefore students are expected to attend all classes and be available during class times. All applicants must refer to the program schedule available online to ensure that they can attend orientation which is mandatory. 

 

 

 

*Although the program is online, all practicum placements must be completed in Ontario. Each candidate is expected to take a leave from their current position for the term of the placement (13 weeks).

 

If applicants are offered admission into the program they are agreeing to conduct their placement in the Province of Ontario.

*The School of Social Work reviews applications with a holistic approach*

 

Possession of the minimum requirements does not ensure admission. The actual admitting average varies and can be competitive depending on the program. It is important to note that lack of Faculty resources due to program over-capacity or similar reasons could also result in rejection and is not related to the merit of the student applying. 

 

The Master of Social Work for Working Professionals (MSWwp) (0nline) has two tracks:

The MSW for working professionals’ program is taught in a continuous online synchronous format.

 

This program is available to students who are working in a social service delivery position and who hold an Honours degree in a related discipline.

Note: Check with the institution regarding start/end dates, prices, and delivery method. These may vary according to program, section, and/or semester.