Concentrations and Certificates
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Create a tailored educational experience
The Master of Science in Social Work (MSSW) program offers seven concentrations to tailor your learning experience including Alcohol and Drug Counseling, Forensic Social Work, Gerontology, Mental Health Social Work, Military Social Work, Cancer and Health (Oncology) Social Work and School Social Work.
Selecting a concentration provides benefits that will support your career pathway including in-depth knowledge with advance skills development and constructing your professional credibility in a niched area. Learn from our full-time faculty that have research areas of interest that align with your selected concentration.
Concentrations in the MSSW Program
Review the available concentrations and the MSSW program requirements outlined in the university’s online catalog.
Continue building your skills and elevate your professional career
Certificates are available through the MSSW program in conjunction with other university departments. Kent School offers the School Social Work Certification, preparing individuals to learn the skills and gain the experience necessary to support the needs of youth while practicing social work in elementary and secondary school settings. This certification is a joint offering with the UofL College of Education. The certification is available to Kentucky residents only, and individuals completing the certification receive credentials through the Kent School. Students receive their Kentucky certification in school social work after applying to Frankfort through the College of Education.
If you are interested in learning more about available certificates, contact Valerie Miller, associate director in the MSSW program, at 502-852-0414 or email Valerie Miller.