MSW Program Info Session King’s University College Open House

MSW Program Overview • Emphasis on Direct Practice theory and skill

development. • Course based (non-thesis) program. • 450+ hours of supervised field education per

year in program.

MSW Program Streams

• 1-Year MSW – Advanced Standing Year – BSW required for admission

• 2-Year MSW

– Foundation Year + Advanced Standing Year – 4-year BA required for admission

MSW Program Objectives Direct Practice

• Educate social workers for advanced direct practice roles with individuals, families and groups.

• Develop social work administrative and supervisory competency.

• Consolidate community based responses to social need influenced by social planning and social policy knowledge.

• Enhance research based competency in a direct practice context.

Program Delivery • The MSW program commences in September. • Courses are offered in the Fall, Winter and

Summer. • Program requirements are usually completed in

10 months for the Advanced Standing program or in 24 months for the 2-year MSW program.

• Full-time only; no part-time or distance studies.

Dedicated to Growth “I’ve had the opportunity to meet some great colleagues, gain an abundance of knowledge from wonderful professors and put theory into practice in some positive learning practicums. This program, and I believe the School’s atmosphere, have been contributing factors to my growth, both personally and professionally.” Michelle Hodgson, BSW 2016, MSW 2017

About King’s • King’s is a small catholic liberal arts University

College affiliated with Western University • 40-45 students are admitted to the MSW

program annually

Our Community • BSW program for over 40 years • MSW for 13 years • Fully accredited by the Canadian Association for

Social Work Education (CASWE)

Best of Both Worlds • MSW students are registered in the School of

Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies at Western. • The School of Social Work is located at King’s. • Students benefit from small campus with access

to all the resources at Western University.

Small Classes

15 – 30 students in a class Diverse faculty interests

Dedicated Student Space

Broughdale Hall SW Student Lounge

MSW Curriculum

Foundation Year Courses 2-Year MSW

• Critical Thought and Ethics in Social Work • Introduction to Social Policy • Social Justice and Diversity • Human and Family Development • Direct Practice Skills • Group Work Practice • Community Practice • Research and Social Work Practice • Introductory Practicum and Integration Seminar

Advanced Standing Year Courses – 1-Year MSW

• Modern and Post Modern Social Work Direct Practice Theories

• Advanced Evaluation in Social Work Practice • Social Work Administration and Supervision • Critical Reflection and Appraisal in Social Work Practice • Application of Social Work Direct Practice Theories • Social Work Policy Context • Advanced Practicum (continues in Summer Term) • 2 Electives

Electives • Two electives in the fall term and two in the

winter term • May take a graduate level elective at Western or

do an independent study with School approval Examples of Electives: Narrative Therapy Trauma Addictions Aging and Health

Milestone Activities Foundation Year

– Orientation – ASIST Training

Advanced Standing Year – Engagement Week – Professional Development Workshops – Reflective Practice Project (RPP) – Integrative Capstone Experience (ICE)

Orientation Foundation Year

• Students admitted to the 2-year MSW program take part in an Orientation to the program and the profession of Social Work.

• Graduate level resources and services are also covered.

ASIST Training • Applied Suicide Intervention Training

(ASIST). • School requires all students (BSW and

MSW) to complete before entering practicum.

• Training provided at cost; proof of prior completion will be considered.

Engagement Week Advanced Standing Year

• Kick start the Advanced Standing Year with a week dedicated to an orientation to the program including the key areas of student learning and an opportunity for self-evaluation led by the faculty who will be teaching you.

• There are also information sessions about student services and academic resources.

Reflective Practice Project • The RPP is designed to amalgamate theory,

values, research and practice. • Students will be guided in a critical examination

of a piece of work (i.e., single case, program or intervention) they have undertaken as part of their field practice learning.

Professional Development • The School of Social Work sponsors a series of

five professional development workshops on topics of interest identified by practicing social workers in the London community.

• Advanced Standing Year students are required to attend a minimum of three of the half day workshops offered.

• Foundation Year students may choose to attend workshops.

Integrative Capstone Experience (ICE)

• Your graduate studies will culminate in an Integrative Capstone Experience (ICE).

• Working in small groups you will be given the opportunity to demonstrate the knowledge and skills you have acquired by engaging in a major case study exercise.

• Groups will present their cases to a panel of social workers and faculty.

MSW Course and Milestones Schedule – Foundation Year Fall Term MSW Orientation (Milestone)

SW 9719A – Critical Thought and Ethics in Social Work SW 9733A – Group Work SW 9701A – Human and Family Development SW 9702A – Direct Practice Skills ASIST Training (Milestone) PD Workshops (optional)

Winter Term SW 9734B – Social Justice and Diversity SW 9714B – Introduction to Social Policy SW 9718B – Community Practice SW 9700 – Introductory Practicum (continues in Summer Term) • Preparation for Practice Workshops PD Workshops (optional)

Summer Term

SW 9729L – Research and Social Work Practice SW 9700 – Introductory Practicum (continues from Winter Term) PD Workshops (optional)

MSW Course and Milestones Schedule – Advanced Standing Year Fall Term MSW Engagement Week (Milestone)

SW 9801A – Modern and Post Modern Social Work Direct Practice Theories SW 9802A – Advanced Evaluation in Social Work Practice SW 9805A – Social Work Administration and Supervision SW 9807A – Critical Reflection and Appraisal in Social Work Practice Elective A (Select one from available options) PD Workshop(s) (Milestone)

Winter Term SW 9804B – Application of Social Work Direct Practice Theories SW 9800 – Advanced Practicum (continues in Summer Term) • Reflective Practice Project (RPP) • Integrative Capstone Exercise (ICE) Elective B (Select one from available options) PD Workshop(s) (Milestone)

Summer Term

SW 9800 – Advanced Practicum (continues from Winter Term) • Reflective Practice Project (RPP) • Integrative Capstone Exercise (ICE) SW 9803L – Social Work Policy Context PD Workshop(s) (Milestone)

Field Education

Signature Pedagogy of Social Work Education

Placement Settings Agencies and Organizations throughout Southwestern Ontario:

• Hospitals and affiliated health care centres • Mental health counselling services • Community development organizations • Local and provincial government • School boards • Family counselling services • Community planning agencies • Research facilities

Practicum and Integration Integration seminars led by Faculty Consultants meet

bi-weekly

450+ hours supervised practice each year Integration of advanced theory and practice within a framework of ethical, anti-oppressive and professional practice.

Admission Requirements

MSW Admissions Guides

1-Year MSW 2-Year MSW

Apply online to the School of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies at Western University: www.grad.uwo.ca. Non-refundable application fee of $100.

See MSW Admissions Guides

www.kings.uwo.ca/msw

For application

instructions

Academic Requirements 1-Year MSW

• Bachelor of Social Work degree 2-Year MSW

• 4-Year Bachelors Degree

• One full-course equivalent in Research Methodology and Statistics

• Minimum 70% overall average in the last 20 half-courses or 10 full-courses

Non-Academic Requirements 1. Two Confidential References

– from a work/practice supervisor (required for 1-year MSW); voluntary; professional source; NOT ACADEMIC

2. Resumé – employment, supervisory and volunteer experience – membership in volunteer and professional associations – practica – community recognition, education, professional development,

research activities, presentations given, publications 3. Supplemental Questions 4. 1000+ hours of paid/unpaid work in human services is

recommended for 2-year MSW

Admissions Scoring System • Admission is based on a total overall score out

of 100 points. • 60% academic and 40% non-academic. • School of Social Work recommends admission

to candidates with the highest overall admissions score.

• Wait list is established.

Application Process

Western’s Online Application • Online application – NOT through OUAC

Application Dates • Applications open October 2016 • Begin application as soon as possible, but

make sure you submit final application by January 15, 2017.

References • Referees are contacted by email with

instructions for submitting references. • Start your application early and input your

referee contact information to allow referees plenty of time.

• Check back with your application to see status of references (ie, have they been submitted yet) so you can follow up.

Supplemental Documents

You will upload your supplemental documents as part of your application: • Resumé • Personal Statement • Case Study (for 1-Year MSW)

Transcripts • Upload copies of all of your available transcripts

and academic records. • Once you are offered admission, you will have to

submit official transcripts to confirm your registration.

Financial Information

Tuition Fees Examples from 2016 (2017 fees information not yet available)

Canadian – per term (3 terms per year) Tuition = $3,480.33 + Ancillary Fees = $3,795.47

International – per term (3 terms per year) Tuition = $8,604.33 + Ancillary Fees = $9,123.47

External Funding • Ontario Graduate Scholarship (OGS). Value up

to $17,000 per annum – Apply through Western once you start your online

application for the program • Social Science & Humanities Research Council

(SSHRC) • OSAP • No external funding is available for international

students.

Internal Funding • Entrance Scholarships: $1,500

– Awarded to highest ranking candidates • Graduate Student Assistantships: up to $5,000

– Two positions available; application required • MSW Bursaries: up to $500 per term

– Application required; needs based • Other scholarships and awards: see MSW

Admission Guide for details

Employment Data • 80% of full-time students were employed within

4 months of completing the MSW program requirements

• Employment Sectors Represented: Child welfare Health Care Education Community Agencies

MSW Program Information All information is available online:

www.kings.uwo.ca/msw Contact: Samantha Pearson, MEd Manager, Academic and Administrative Affairs School of Social Work 1-800-265-4406 519-433-3491 ext. 4328 Samantha.Pearson@kings.uwo.ca