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Graduate Certificate in Aging

To be eligible for the Berkeley Graduate Certificate in Aging, students must be enrolled in a UC Berkeley master's or doctoral degree program, in good academic standing (e.g., GPA of 3.0 or better), and successfully complete all of the following requirements:

Required anchor course* SOC WEL 210C: A Multilevel Approach to Working with Older Adults (2 units) ONE of the following courses in advanced social work practice*...

Practicum Forms, Policies, and Calendars

Practicum Education Calendars Fall 2024

Event or Deadline

Date

UCB Instruction Begins

Wednesday, August 28, 2024

Labor Day Holiday

Monday, September 2, 2024

Fall Practicum Begins

Advanced Students: Wednesday, September 4, 2024

Foundation Students: Wednesday, September 18, 2024

Learning Agreements...

Practicum Education

Overview

As students develop their applied mastery in one of over 350 carefully selected practicum placements, Berkeley Social Welfare Practicum Education Consultants provide individualized assessment, support and coaching throughout their academic journey.

First- and Second-Year Placement Information

MSW students apply classroom learning by engaging in supervised practice in an agency setting, through two year-long placements. In addition, through both placements, we provide continuous educational support from...

MSW Guide to Practicum Education

Access the MSW Student Guide to Practicum Education to learn about:

Practicum Requirements Practicum Placement Processes Roles and Responsibilities of the Practicum Instructor, Consultant, and Director Policies and Procedures (attendance, accommodations, insurance, etc.) Safety Protocols Resources for Students and Practicum Instructors

Disclaimer: Please note that the content within this student handbook is subject to change. We reserve the...

Center of Excellence for Behavioral Health Equity (COEBHE)

COEBHE Center of Excellence for Behavioral Health Equity (COEBHE)

Berkeley Social Welfare's Center of Excellence for Behavioral Health Equity (COEBHE) is funded by a $3.4 million Health Resources and Services Administration(HRSA) grant over 4 years and is led by Principal Investigator and...

LCSW Preparation

In California

The Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS) is the licensing and regulatory body for licensed clinical social workers (LSCWs).

CA LCSW Licensing Information

CA LCSW Exam Information

More information on this page is coming soon. Students can review the...

PPSC Preparation

Berkeley Social Welfare offers a fully accredited curriculum in school social work practice, leading to eligibility for a recommendation for the Pupil Personnel Services Credential ("PPSC") with a specialization in School Social Work ("PPS/SSW"), which is issued by the State of California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC). The PPS School Social Work credential is...

MSW Program Student Handbook

Access the MSW Student Handbook to learn about:

The MSW Program mission, goals, and competencies Academic and Professional Standards for MSW students Curriculum and Degree Requirements Registration and Enrollment Guidelines Relevant University policies

Disclaimer: Please note that the content within this student handbook is subject to change. We reserve the right to update, modify, or amend the information as needed to reflect new policies...