Student Hub

Combined MSW/PhD Program Resources

Combined MSW/PhD students can make their own copy of the MSW/PhD Plan to track their degree requirements and progress. See 2.1b Combined MSW/PhD Program in the PhD Student Handbook for details. Contact the PhD advisor (...

PhD Program Handbook

Access the PhD Student Handbook to learn about:

Doctoral Student Policies Detailed Curriculum and Milestone Requirements Program Processes 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, procedures, or other relevant changes....

PhD Hub

From the Doctoral Chair

Headshot of Tina SacksWelcome to the PhD program in Social Welfare! This program offers you the chance to learn from leading scholars committed to advancing justice and equity across critical areas like reproductive and mental health, public policy, migration, intervention, aging, and child welfare.

Beyond Social Welfare, you'll have access to a wide network of social...

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...

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...

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...

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...

Room Reservations

Registered Student Organizations can reserve campus space through OASIS scheduling.

Unregistered student groups can reserve space through...