Master of Social Work in Riverside United States | California Baptist University

Earn your MSW degree online or on-campus at California Baptist University. Develop exceptional interpersonal abilities and gain deep insights into social work's historical context and current methodologies to create meaningful change in people's lives.

As a dedicated social work professional, your mission focuses on improving quality of life and assisting underserved individuals, particularly those from vulnerable or disadvantaged communities. CBU's Master of Social Work program provides research-backed education, high-level career preparation, and immersive practical training that enables you to make a difference both in your local area and internationally.

Program Highlights

To prepare you for advanced social work practice, the curriculum covers:

The profession's foundational principles, ethical standards, and theoretical frameworks.
Building therapeutic alliances and enhancing communication techniques to effectively engage with clients from various cultural backgrounds.
Interdisciplinary perspectives on human psychology and growth, with direct applications to social work interventions.
Comprehensive casework processes including initial contact, needs assessment, treatment planning, client advocacy, progress monitoring, and case closure.
Specialized approaches for serving disadvantaged groups and addressing systemic factors contributing to social exclusion.