Department of Social Work

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🎓 Admissions & Advising

Q: What are the admission requirements for the BSW Program?
A: Students must complete at least 45 credit hours with a minimum 2.3 GPA, complete an application with a professional statement, two references, and attend a program orientation and interview. Admissions are reviewed by the BSW Program Manager and Department Chair, Faculty. 

Q: When should I declare social work as my major?
A: Students are encouraged to declare as early as possible and apply to the program formally during the second semester of sophomore year to ensure timely progression through the curriculum.

Q: Who is my academic advisor, and how do I schedule an advising session?
A: Students are assigned a social work faculty member as their academic advisor. You can schedule appointments via email or by visiting the Department of Social Work office.

📚 Curriculum & Course Planning

Q: What is the BSW curriculum structure?
A: The curriculum includes general education, foundation social work courses, and senior-level courses, and PIE. It is aligned with CSWE EPAS 2022 competencies and integrates ADEI principles throughout.

Q: Can I take online courses in the BSW Program?
A: While the program is primarily in-person, some general education or elective courses may be taken online. Social work core courses are offered in person, unless unavailable.

Q: Is there a handbook that outlines the program requirements and policies?
A: Yes. The BSW Student Handbook includes curriculum plans, professional standards, and program policies. It is available on the Department's Student SharePoint (eboard) and by request.

🧭 Practicum and Internship Education (PIE)

Q: When do I begin  practicum, and how many hours are required?

A: practicum begins in the junior year. Students must complete 400 hours of supervised practice across two semesters (SOWK 0364/365 and SOWK 0464/465), following CSWE requirements.

Q: How are field placements determined?
A: Placements are coordinated by the PIE Director in consultation with the student and based on interest, career goals, and site availability. Students complete a PIE Readiness Survey and Application.

Q: Are there supports for students who need to complete practicum out of state or virtual or during the summer?

: Yes. Alternative plans are discussed individually with the PIEDirector to ensure compliance with CSWE standards and agency supervision.

📑 Assessment & Student Learning Outcomes

Q: How does the program assess my learning?
A: The program uses signature assignments, rubrics, surveys, and PIE evaluations aligned with the CSWE EPAS 2022 competencies and TU general education outcomes.

Q: What is Project Concert and how do I use it?
A: Project Concert is the department’s assessment and PIE documentation platform. Students upload assignments, hours, evaluations, and competency checklists to this secure platform.

💼 Careers & Graduate School

Q: What can I do with a BSW degree?
A: BSW graduates are prepared for entry-level social work roles in healthcare, schools, government, and nonprofits. Many continue to MSW programs for advanced clinical, administrative, or policy practice.

Q: Can I apply to the Tuskegee Online MSW Program after earning my BSW?
A: Yes. The TU Online MSW Program offers Advanced Standing entry for qualified BSW graduates. Information on application timelines and criteria is available on the MSW program webpage.

🌍 Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Q: How is ADEI (Access, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) addressed in the program?
A: ADEI is integrated into the curriculum, PIE education, and student learning outcomes. Students also participate in dialogue circles, cultural humility training, and community engagement activities.

The Tuskegee University Department of Social Work has been accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) since 1974. The Council on Social Work Education is a nonprofit national association representing more than 2,500 individual members, as well as graduate and undergraduate programs of professional social work education. Founded in 1952, this partnership of educational and professional institutions, social welfare agencies, and private citizens is recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation(CHEA) as the sole accrediting agency for social work education in this country.
 
The Department of Social Work at Tuskegee University is also a member of the Association of Baccalaureate Program Directors. The Association of Baccalaureate Social Work Program Directors, Inc. (BPD) is a voluntary, individual membership association that since 1975 has represented the interests of undergraduate education and practice in social work. The association's approximately 800 members represent BSW program directors, baccalaureate faculty and field coordinators, as well as social work educators and practitioners who have an interest in BSW education and practice.

The goals of the Department of Social Work at Tuskegee University are listed below and are a derivation of its mission:

1. To prepare students for entry level generalist social work practice with individuals, families and other groups, organizations, and communities that promotes social and economic justice. 
2. To prepare diverse students to practice social work with an understanding and respect for the value of human diversity, deliver culturally competent practice, and value the global social work context. 
3. To develop students’ core social work competencies, leadership skills, and ethical practice. 
4. To inculcate the importance of evidence-based practice, the rigorous evaluation of social work practice and programs, and use of information technologies in generalist practice.
5. To prepare students to further their professional growth and development through graduate study or in other forms of continuous education

Goal 1: Generalist Competence Across Systems

Prepare students for entry-level generalist social work practice that engages, assesses, intervenes, and evaluates across micro, mezzo, and macro levels using a person-in-environment and ecological systems framework.

Mission Link: This supports the mission’s aim to “prepare culturally responsive generalist practitioners… to serve individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities.”

Goal 2: Ethical, Evidence-Informed Practice

Equip students with the ability to practice ethically and competently, using evidence-informed approaches grounded in scientific inquiry and social work values.

Mission Link: This goal reflects the mission’s emphasis on “ethical, evidence-informed practice” and competence aligned with professional values.

Goal 3: Cultural Responsiveness and Diversity

Develop practitioners who demonstrate cultural humility and an understanding of how systemic oppression, racism, and marginalization impact clients and communities—particularly those from historically underrepresented or underserved groups.

Mission Link: This goal draws from the commitment to “prepare culturally responsive generalist practitioners” and aligns with the HBCU context of the program.

Goal 4: Social, Racial, Economic, and Environmental Justice

Empower students to become change agents who advocate for social, racial, economic, and environmental justice, both locally and globally.

Mission Link: Directly derived from the mission language “promote social, racial, economic, and environmental justice,” this goal guides students toward advocacy and systems change.

Goal 5: Readiness for Graduate Social Work Education

Ensure students are well-prepared for graduate-level social work education, including advanced generalist practice in programs such as the Tuskegee University Online MSW Program.

Mission Link: Reflects the mission’s aim to prepare students for “lifelong professional service” and continued social work education.

OBJECTIVES- align with program goals, TU SLOs for general education, and CSWE EPAS 2022/NASW code of ethics.

✅ Goal 1: Generalist Competence Across Systems

Objective 1.1
Demonstrate the ability to engage individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities using culturally appropriate, person-in-environment approaches.
(Aligned with CSWE Competencies 6 & 2; TUGESLOs: Communication, Social Responsibility)

Objective 1.2
Apply ecological systems theory to assess biopsychosocial, environmental, and structural factors influencing client systems.
(Aligned with CSWE Competencies 7; NASW Ethical Standards: Importance of Human Relationships, Dignity and Worth of the Person)

Objective 1.3
Design and implement generalist interventions across micro, mezzo, and macro levels, demonstrating adaptability and cultural relevance.
(Aligned with CSWE Competency 8; TUGESLOs: Critical Thinking, Global Awareness)

Objective 1.4
Evaluate practice outcomes using ethical, evidence-based tools to improve individual and community well-being.
(Aligned with CSWE Competency 9; TUGESLOs: Scientific and Quantitative Reasoning)

✅ Goal 2: Ethical, Evidence-Informed Practice

Objective 2.1
Apply the NASW Code of Ethics to resolve ethical dilemmas in practice, ensuring professional behavior and decision-making.
(Aligned with CSWE Competency 1; NASW Ethical Standards: Integrity, Competence)

Objective 2.2
Demonstrate use of empirical research and data to inform practice decisions, treatment planning, and evaluation strategies.
(Aligned with CSWE Competency 4; TUGESLOs: Scientific and Quantitative Reasoning)

Objective 2.3
Maintain ethical documentation, boundaries, and communication across settings including virtual and interprofessional contexts.
(Aligned with CSWE Competency 1; TUGESLOs: Communication, Ethical Reasoning)

✅ Goal 3: Cultural Responsiveness and Diversity

Objective 3.1
Exhibit cultural humility by reflecting on one’s own biases and demonstrating respectful engagement with diverse identities and worldviews.
(Aligned with CSWE Competency 2; NASW: Cultural Competence and Social Diversity)

Objective 3.2
Analyze the impact of systemic racism, historical trauma, and institutional inequities on marginalized populations.
(Aligned with CSWE Competency 3; TUGESLOs: Global Awareness, Social Responsibility)

Objective 3.3
Integrate inclusive and anti-oppressive language and frameworks in all written, oral, and applied work.
(Aligned with CSWE Competency 2; TUGESLOs: Communication, Diversity and Inclusion)

✅ Goal 4: Social, Racial, Economic, and Environmental Justice

Objective 4.1
Advocate for human rights and social, racial, economic, and environmental justice using policy analysis and community engagement strategies.
(Aligned with CSWE Competencies 3 & 5; NASW: Social Justice; TUGESLOs: Civic Knowledge and Engagement)

Objective 4.2
Assess social welfare policies’ effects on vulnerable populations and propose reforms rooted in equity and empowerment.
(Aligned with CSWE Competency 5; TUGESLOs: Critical Thinking, Social Responsibility)

Objective 4.3
Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to advance sustainable solutions addressing social and environmental disparities.
(Aligned with CSWE Competencies 6, 8; TUGESLOs: Teamwork and Problem Solving)

✅ Goal 5: Readiness for Graduate Social Work Education

Objective 5.1
Synthesize generalist knowledge, values, and skills in a capstone field practicum integrating professional self-reflection and research.
(Aligned with CSWE Competencies 1–9; TUGESLOs: Lifelong Learning, Critical Thinking)

Objective 5.2
Demonstrate readiness for advanced social work education through successful completion of fieldwork, integrative seminars, and professional presentations.
(Aligned with CSWE Competency 1; NASW: Professional Development)

Objective 5.3
Show evidence of preparedness for graduate-level writing, analysis, and ethical decision-making aligned with the MSW trajectory.
(Aligned with CSWE Competencies 1, 4, 9; TUGESLOs: Communication, Ethical Reasoning)

Students who obtain a Bachelor of Science Degree from the Department of Social Work at Tuskegee University shall:

1. Identify as a Professional Social Worker and conduct one-self accordingly.
2. Utilize Social Work Ethical Principles to Guide Professional Practice.
3. Apply Critical Thinking to Inform and Communicate Professional Judgments.
4. Engage Diversity and Difference In Practice.
5. Advance Human Rights and Economic Justice.
6. Engage in Research Informed Practice and Practice Informed Research.
7. Apply Knowledge of Human Behavior and the Social Environment.
8. Engage in Policy Practice to Advance Social and Economic Well Being and to Deliver Effective Social Work Services for individual, groups and communities.
9. Respond to Context that Shape Practice.
10. Engage, Assess, Intervene and Evaluate with Individuals, Families and Groups, Organizations and Communities.  

Student Core Competencies & Outcome Measures

The foundation of Social Work Education is rooted in the liberal arts perspective which expressed purpose is to impart general knowledge and develop a student's rational thought and intellectual capabilities. The curriculum for the Department of Social Work at Tuskegee University has been designed to capture this perspective.  Four approved curriculum guides are presented that outline the structure and sequence of courses for the Social Work major and are listed as follows:

1. Revised Core Curriculum Provisional sheet for the College of Liberal Arts and Education.
2. Curriculum requirements for Social Work majors.
3. Four year schedule shows the recommended sequence of all prescribed and elective courses.
4. Four year schedule with course titles rather than course numbers.

One hundred and twenty three (123) semester hours are required for graduation for all majors in the College of Liberal Arts and Education (referred to as CLAE).  The Core Curriculum is a Provisional Sheet for CLAE which shows how general education requirements are distributed among the liberal arts. The remaining credit hours are structured by the other disciplines for their respective majors.  The following discussion provides a detailed analysis of how the Department of Social Work incorporates the General Education courses into the Social Work Curriculum.

Humanities - The College requires (19) hours of humanities which includes (12) hours of English courses and (7) hours of electives in the Humanities. Of the 19 hours, Social Work requires an advanced writing course as well as an oral communication course.  All students are required to take an Introduction to 
Philosophy course as a part of the Humanities requirement.

Natural Science - The College requires 18 hours of courses in the Natural Sciences, which includes a Pre-Calculus course.  Social Work requires two courses (6) hours in the Biology sequence covering Human and Ecological topics.  Students are then free to take the remaining 9 hours in other courses that center 
on the Natural Sciences.

Social Sciences - The College requires (18) hours of courses in Social Sciences.  Six hours are required in U. S. History - World Civilization.  Social Work requires one course (3) hours in an Introduction to Psychology course.  Students are free to select other Social Sciences courses for the remaining (9) hours.  Also SOWK 245 Introduction to Social Welfare has been added to the Colleges core curriculum. All students are allowed to take this course and it serves as a recruitment tool for new majors.

Foreign Language - Social Work prescribes all twelve (12) of these hours to be taken in the four courses recommended as a Foreign Language Option:

• Statistics course (Sociology 300, Mathematics 504 or Psychology (306)
• The Department's Computer Applications course (Social Work 300)
• Introduction to Sociology (Sociology 240)
• Sociology Elective

Liberal Arts Perspective Rationale

The Social Work Curriculum is embedded in the liberal arts perspective.  Social Work majors begin their tenure in liberal arts beginning with the freshman year and continue into their junior year when they are concurrently enrolled in Social Work courses. Human Behavior and the Social Environment I and II have a liberal arts base and build on the biology sequence.  Both are often taken by non Social Work majors as social science electives.  Introduction to Social Welfare focuses on the liberal arts perspective by assessing Social institutions, the history of social welfare, poverty and economic oppression from a systematic nature. The Interpersonal skills course is the first course in the Method of Practice foundation area and is generally not open to non-Social Work majors.  During the junior year, students continue to take liberal arts electives while they complete Methods of Practice I & II, Junior Practicum, Statistics, and Research Methods. In the senior year, after the Senior Internship, students again have the opportunity to select a liberal arts course. This shows continuity of the liberal arts perspective throughout the students’ tenure in Social Work. 

The Department of Social Work prescribes about one-third of the liberal arts electives in Humanities, Social Sciences, and Natural Sciences.  If the Foreign Language Option is included in the calculation, then the department prescribes about 46 percent of the liberal arts elective content.  Although it may appear that students’ choices are limited when it comes to choosing their electives from the liberal arts tier however; the prescribed electives are also liberal arts courses and guarantee that students:

1. Complete additional study and practice in written and oral communications consistent with the program's mission, goals and objectives.
2. Study Human Biology before taking the HBSE sequence which builds on that content.
3. Acquire a foundation in Statistics, Computing, and Data Analysis which is a necessary foundation in Research Methods and other Social Work courses.
4. Acquire a foundation in Psychology and Sociology which is used in the HBSE sequence.
5. Acquire a cross section of knowledge presented in these areas.

In conclusion, the following table summarizes and shows the distribution at the minimum 129 hours required for graduation. The rubric shows the distribution of credit hours prescribed by the College, by the Social Work major and free electives for each of the major curriculum categories.

  
The Social Work curriculum has been designed from a Generalist Practice perspective. This curriculum covers the knowledge base, values and skills of the Social Work Education. The theoretical framework is presented through the introductory courses, Human Behavior and Social Environment, Methods One and Two and the Interpersonal skills Lab. When the students during the Field Practicum experience.
 

Curriculum Sheet
 

*Grade of "C" is passing for these and all major courses. 1 Foreign Language Option 

SOWK 0145. INTRODUCTION TO SOCIAL WORK. 1st and 2nd Semesters. Lecture. 1, 1 credit. This course is designed to introduce students to the profession of Social Work and to the human services field in general. It presents an integration of Social Work both as a field and a method. In addition it seeks to show how Social Work helps people to solve problems in social functioning and to strengthen their social relationships. The fields of social welfare and Social Work are described and exemplified with cases.

SOWK 0235. HUMAN BEHAVIOR AND THE SOCIAL ENVIRONMENT I. 1st and 2nd Semesters. Lecture. 3, 3 credits. Prerequisite: Psychology 270. This is a two- semester course designed to develop in the student knowledge of the inter-relationship of biological, psychological, and social contributions of human growth and adaptation. Social factors such as ethnicity, gender, and culture are emphasized.

SOWK 0236. HUMAN BEHAVIOR AND THE SOCIAL ENVIRONMENT II. 1st and 2nd Semesters. Lecture. 3, 3 credits. The focus of the second semester is on behavior patterns that are at the dysfunctional or "pathological" end of the continuum. All behavior is viewed within a soci systems concept. The implications of trauma, separation, loss, discrimination and handicap are introduced to highlight the ramifications of specific stressors, at particular points in the life cycle of the individual and family. Computer based multimedia techniques are used to enhance instruction in DSM-IV. Prerequisite: SOWK 0235.

SOWK 0245. INTRODUCTION TO SOCIAL WELFARE. 1st and 2nd Semesters. Lecture. 3, 3 credits. Students develop a philosophical and historical perspective of welfare services and Social Work practice. Provide students with the beginning ability to analyze and evaluate social welfare services and programs particularly as they affect African Americans individuals, families and communities. Issues in political economy are explored.

SOWK 0300. DIGITAL TOOLS, DATA, AND TECHNOLOGY IN SOCIAL WORK PRACTICE. 1st and 2nd Semesters. Lect. 3, 3 credits. No prerequisites. Provide hands-on introduction to real-world applications in the social and behavioral sciences: applications, simulations,  spreadsheets, management information systems, database systems, and statistical analysis (SPSSx) or R Studio. Data analysis is emphasized.

SOWK 0301. RESEARCH IN SOCIAL WORK. 2nd Semester, 3 credits. Theories, methodologies, and materials used in social science research and applied social research. The focus is on the design of research. A field project is planned.

SOWK 0354. INTERPERSONAL SKILLS LABORATORY. 1st and 2nd Semesters. 3 credits. Interpersonal skills consist of the behaviors (verbal and non-verbal) which are necessary for individuals to establish and maintain relationships with one another. Even though the skills covered in this course are meant to enhance the helping relationship, they are also relevant for other types of human relationships such as the supervisor/supervise relationship, business relationships, relationships in work groups, peer and friendship relationships, and so on. The skills form a foundation for interviewing techniques and for providing therapeutic assistance for clients and or patients. This course also provides an opportunity for students to enhance their self-esteem and assertiveness as young men and women and as beginning professionals. In addition to lectures and readings, this course utilizes in-class exercises and role-plays with audio-videotape feedback. Computer Monitored Instruction (CMI) is also used. Students are expected to make regular entries in a personal journal and to try out and practice the interpersonal skills in real-life situations.

*NOTE: (FORMAL ADMISSION TO THE SOCIAL WORK MAJOR IS REQUIRED FOR THE NEXT 6 COURSES)

SOWK 0355. METHODS OF SOCIAL WORK PRACTICE I. 1st Semester, Summer. Lect. 3, 3 credits. This course is designed to prepare the student for generalist practice. It provides a problem-solving, task-oriented approach, to working with individuals, families and communities. The course provides the student with the opportunity to acquire the knowledge and competence needed for intervention at the beginning professional level. All aspects of this course emphasize the development of self-awareness and the acquisition of appropriate attitudes and values for enabling individuals, families and communities to reach their potential. Special attention is given to understanding cultural subgroups. Students are introduced to interviewing as a social work technique. Prerequisite: SOWK 0236 and 0245.

SOWK 0364. JUNIOR PRACTICUM SEMINAR. 2nd Semester, Summer. 0 credits. Meets for three hours per week; taken concurrently with SOWK 0365.

SOWK 0365. JUNIOR PRACTICUM. 2nd Semester, Summer. Field 3, 3 credits. Precursor to the Senior Internship. The junior practicum is an introductory internship experience. Professional field instruction for 100 clock hours, with weekly guidance and agency supervision, are required in a community social welfare agency. Regular seminar meetings are required. Prerequisite: SOWK 0355.

SOWK 0366. METHODS OF SOCIAL WORK PRACTICE II. 2nd Semester, Summer, 3 credits. (Taken concurrently with SOWK 0365) This course emphasizes and reinforces professional self management, principles and practice of interviewing, relationship building, problem solving, and the use of organizational structure.

SOWK 0445. SOCIAL WELFARE POLICY. 1st and 2nd Semesters. Lect. 3, 3 credits. This course is designed to enable the student to apply knowledge gained in SOWK 0245 toward skill in the analysis of policy and programs. Policy analysis as science-based art and technology will be explored. Reference will be made to other societies, and examples will be provided from various ethnic and cultural groups, with emphasis on the State of Alabama. Prerequisite: SOWK 0465.

SOWK 0464. Senior Internship Seminar. 1st Semester, Summer. 0 credits. Meets for three hours per week; taken concurrently with SOWK 0465.

SOWK 0465. SENIOR INTERNSHIP. 1st Semester, Summer. 12 credits. Professional field instruction for 400 clock hours, with weekly faculty guidance and agency supervision. The student is responsible for a minimum of five individual clients, one direct service group, and one program development activity. Learning contracts, social histories, and weekly logs are required. Prerequisite: SOWK 0365

SOWK 0466. SENIOR SEMINAR. 1st and 2nd Semesters. 1 credit. A Living-learning seminar that emphasizes the role of the student as a professional learner. Experiences in the senior internship are analyzed and connected to professional goals and ethics. Role plays, program designs, taped client sessions, and a major paper is developed for formal presentation. Prerequisite: SOWK 0465

APRIL JONES, LMSW, PhD, MSW, M.Ed., MS, BA
Department Chair/Associate Professor
ajones@tuskegee.edu
John A. Kenny Hall 44-334
334-727-8306

DENISE J. FITZPATRICK, AS
Secretary
dfitzpatrick@tuskegee.edu
John A. Kenny Hall 44-333
334-727-8300

DEKARA DANIEL, LMSW, MLIS, MSW, BSW
BSW Program Manager/Assistant Professor
ddaniel@tuskegee.edu
Kenney Hall Rm. 44-335
334-727-8033

FEBREU HOLSTON, LBSW, ABD, MSW, BSW
Adjunct Instructor
fholston@tuskegee.edu
John A. Kenny Hall 44-329
334-727-8169

DONALD MATHIS, LMSW, MSW, BSW
Adjunct Instructor/Faculty
Practicum Liaison
dmathis@tuskegee.edu
John A. Kenney Hall Suite 44-330
334.727.8303

DANA K. HARMON, LICSW, PhD, MSW
Associate Professor
dkharmon@tuskegee.edu
John A. Kenney Hall, Rm. 44-332
334.727.8570

TAMARA BLACKLEDGE BURR, LCSW, LICSW-S, DSW, MSW, BSW
Director of Practicum and Internship
Education/Assistant Professor
tburr@tuskegee.edu
John A. Kenny Hall Suite Rm. 44-330
334.727.8503

SHAMARAIN SCOTT, LSW, Ph.D, MSW, BSW
Adjunct Instructor
sscott@tuskegee.edu
John A.Kenny Hall Suite Rm. 44-319
334.724.4631

The Department of Social Work has scholarships available to students who need tuition or book assistance for matriculation through the undergraduate program from supporters of BSW education: Students must be referred for these scholarships by their financial aid advisor or the Bursar Office based on financial need/merit and meet all criteria and requirements for the applicaiton of the scholarship. Students interested in the scholarships should visit the Social Work Major Students e-board and contact the Department Secretary, Mrs. Denise Fitzpatrick for more details and the application/requirements at dfitzpatrick@tuskegee.edu or 3347278300. Students may learn of other social work major specific national, priviate, and association scholarships on the Social Work Major Students e-board as well. 

1. The Lawanna R. Barron Endowment and General Tuition Scholarship Funds

2. The Department of Social Work General Scholarship Fund

3.  The James A. Perkins Tuition Scholarship

4. Dr.Theartice Gentry Memorial Tuition Scholarship

5. Dr. Francis A. Taylor III Social Work Scholarship

6. Dr. Mary Sebrena Mainor-Jackson Book Scholarship

7. The Adrianna McCray and Sylvester Wallace Memorial Book Scholarship

Other available scholarships are the University Scholarships

The Department of Social Work BSW program has memorandums of understandings (MOUs)/parternships with various partners for the education program. These partners assist with education curriculum, research, and career networking opportunities. Our partnerships are as follow, to include but not limited to the following partners:

1. Flordia State University- ROTA SUDs Consortium

2. Southeast Telehealth Resource Center

3. SAMSHA- Community Talks SUDs Community Outreach and Education

4. Triad LinkedIn Social Work Community

The Department of Social Work BSW program has partnerships with many graduate school of social work programs for partial or full tuition to graduate school. Students may explore any graduate school, but highly encourage to seek out our partner graduate school insitituations who have an memorandum of understanding with our Department for Tuskegee University social work students designated scholarhips! Students interested in these opportunities should attend the Department's Graduate School hybrid sessions and contact the recruiter of the University the junior and senior years within the program. Students may find detail information about these graduate school scholarship opportunites and others at the Social Work Major Students e-board

1. The University of Alabama- Kim Nixon Endowed Scholarship & Daniel Foundation Scholarship

2. Case Western Unviersity- the Northstar Scholarship

3. The University of Michigan

4. Barry University- Minority Matriculation Scholarship

5. Abilene Christian University

6. Erikson Institute

7. Washington University St. Louis

The Department of Social Work in partnership with the Department of History and Pre-law at Tuskegee Univesity has available to students the option for the Law Ready Program that will give undergraduate students the opportunity to take courses for graduate Law School credit to accelerate through their matricultation for graduate studies. The online MSW program at Tuskegee Univesity has an option for a dual degree in Law that is apart of this partnership. 

Tuskegee University is located in Tuskegee, Alabama which is 40 miles east of the Alabama State Capital in Montgomery, Alabama. Although the University is located in a rural setting, the Social Work program has been designed to provide students with Advance Generalust and Clinical Practice opportunities. Students not only perform their Field Practicum in Tuskegee, but partnerships have been developed with Social Services agencies domedtic and abroad from which they intern.

Students get an opportunity to apply the Advanced Generalist and Clinical Practice skills in a host of settings such as Hospitals, including the VA Hospitals, Schools, Nursing Homes, Mental Health, Centers, Department of Corrections, Department of Family and Children Services, Community Organizations and Data Analysis. In these area of Practice, students use Advanced Generalist Social Work skills such as Engagement, Assessment, Evaluation and Termination. Recognizing that the context of practice is dynamic. Student recognize that the Social Worker through their knowledge base as well as their years of experience will use their skill sets to obtain necessary resources from the Community. Social Workers will also use these resources to enhance their client's capacity for social functioning and create societal conditions that are favorable to their goals. This is the profession of Social Work.

Internship sites also include; Community Centers, Juvenile and Adult Detention Centers, Work Release Programs as well as Human Resources, and Federal Correctional Systems. Students have a wide range of opportunities to obtain valuable experience. They provide direct practice at the Micro and Mezzo level notably, Individuals and Family or Groups.

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