Kimberly Street, UMSSW Alumni
"My experience at the School of Social Work was life altering. I found my village of changemakers and was able to soar".
University of Maryland School of Social Work
MSW Degree
MSW AdmissionsAt the University of Maryland School of Social Work, our hybrid MSW programs in Baltimore and Shady Grove, and our new online MSW program, equip students with the tools needed to make an impact on the world.
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PhD Degree
PhD AdmissionsThe School of Social Work’s Doctor of Philosophy program prepares graduates to conduct change making interdisciplinary research and become exemplary social work scholars and educators.
DSW Degree
Explore Social Work: DSWOur New DSW Program is Coming Soon! The Doctor of Social Work (DSW) will be a three-year, advanced practice doctorate designed for experienced social workers seeking to deepen their expertise and expand their impact.
Practicum Education
Practicum Education is an essential component of graduate social work education. As part of the curriculum, students are placed at two different field placement sites.
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UPCOMING EVENTS AT THE UMSSW
25Mar
Social Justice Research Day: Growing Community-University Partnerships 1:30 PM | SSW Baltimore Campus This event will bring together students, staff, faculty, and community members from across UMB Campus. It will include a poster session, training module, and plenary panel.
26Mar
UMBC and UMB Social Work Career Networking Reception 6:00 PM | Universities at Shady Grove (USG), Building II, Multipurpose Room Connect with fellow students and alumni, meet representatives from social work agencies with current job openings, discuss employment opportunities, and discover ways to stay engaged with the SSW.
Change Is On The Horizon: New SSW Building Coming Soon
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Access, Collaboration, Engagement, and Strategy are not just a part of social work; it IS social work!
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View on InstagramSexual Abuse Dynamics: The Child's Perspective 💭👣 Learn how to respond in ways that increase safety, reduce shame, and prevent unintentional harm. This impactful webinar helps clinicians and social workers understand the why behind delayed, minimized, or recanted disclosures of child sexual abuse. Explore the realities of trauma responses, grooming, developmental stages, and family dynamics and why their emotions don’t always look the way adults expect. Register Here 👉 https://ow.ly/oley50YpNPr
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