The program is designed to accommodate working professionals who have a Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) or related field such as counseling and psychology. The program consists of 60 hours for the two year generalist component designed for those coming from a related discipline, and a minimum of credit 30 hours for those admitted to the Advanced Standing program. The Area of Specialized Practice program option is Behavioral Health. The program has one delivery option which is face to face on the main Marshall University campus in Huntington West Virginia. Courses are broadcast in real time via distance education to Marshall University campuses in South Charleston and Pt. Pleasant, West Virginia. Regular full-time students can expect to graduate within two years and advanced standing students will be able to complete the program in one calendar year. Part-time options will be available to those who cannot attend full time classes. Classes for the MSW program are offered primarily on Friday evenings and Saturday mornings with various courses offered online. We accept students from mid-January until March 30. You may apply online at: https://www.marshall.edu/graduate/select-your-degree-or-certificate-program/how-to-apply-for-admission/

A career in Social Work can be perhaps the most fulfilling out of any career path available. People that work in Social Work note the advantages of a social work career: helping others on a daily basis, working with families and children, helping people overcome obstacles such as addiction or mental health disabilities, and many more.