University of Maryland School of Social Work

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Continuing Professional Education

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    MSW Degree

    At 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.

    MSW Admissions
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    PhD Degree

    The 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.

    PhD Admissions
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    DSW Degree

    The Doctor of Social Work (DSW) is a three-year, advanced practice doctorate designed for experienced social workers seeking to deepen their expertise and expand their impact.

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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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    You Can’t Spoil a Baby: The Science of Early Attachment

    Learn more about You Can’t Spoil a Baby: The Science of Early Attachment
  • In this month’s episode of The UMB Pulse, Lisa Berlin, Alison Richman Professor of Children and Families and MPower Professor, discusses how early infant–caregiver relationships shape children’s emotional, behavioral, and physical health, and how responsive caregiving supports secure attachment over time.

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UPCOMING EVENTS AT THE UMSSW

17Aug
9:00 AM | 525 W. Redwood St., Baltimore, MD 21201 Final SAMHSA Grant Cohort: "Introduction to the SHARP Framework Workshop Series" exploring Structural Oppression, Historical Context Analysis of Role, Reciprocity, and Power (Shaia, 2019).
19Aug
9:00 AM | 525 W. Redwood St., Baltimore, MD 21201 Final SAMHSA Grant Cohort: "Introduction to the SHARP Framework Workshop Series" exploring Structural Oppression, Historical Context Analysis of Role, Reciprocity, and Power (Shaia, 2019).
23Aug
12:00 PM | Bethel AME’s, 1300 Druid Hill Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21217 The Center for Restorative Change (CRC) and Bethel AME Church will host the 5th Annual Back to School Block Party.
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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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