George Mason University Online
Master of Social Work - Specialization in Children, Youth and Families

Fairfax, USA

DURATION

3 Years

LANGUAGES

English

PACE

Part time

EARLIEST START DATE

Sep 2025

STUDY FORMAT

Distance Learning

Key Summary

About: The Master of Social Work (MSW) with a specialization in Children, Youth, and Families focuses on preparing students to work effectively with diverse populations and address various social challenges. This program provides essential knowledge and skills for practitioners in social services, emphasizing advocacy, intervention strategies, and evidence-based practices relevant to youth and family dynamics.

Career Outcomes: Graduates can pursue careers in various sectors, including child welfare agencies, schools, community organizations, and healthcare systems. Potential job titles might include social worker, family support specialist, school counselor, and community service manager.

Introduction

Children, Youth, and Families Specialization

George Mason University's online CSWE accredited Master of Social Work (MSW) degree program prepares you to take the next step toward a career in direct client service. With an MSW curriculum that emphasizes social justice, empowerment, and systems transformation, you can be confident you're learning what it takes to serve the needs of any population in a variety of social work settings.

The Children, Youth, & Families (CYF) specialization prepares students to work with children, adolescents, and families as they navigate through the family life cycle. CYF's specialized training will provide the skills and knowledge for effective practice with children, youth, and families at the micro, macro, and mezzo levels. Students are prepared to work in a variety of settings such as schools, family service agencies, foster care, child welfare, and juvenile justice.

George Mason University Online
Master of Social Work - Specialization in Children, Youth and Families

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