Master of Social Work

Change the way you change lives. Develop career-ready skills grounded in practical training through our CSWE-accredited online Master of Social Work (MSW) degree program.

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Earn Your Master of Social Work Degree Online at FVSU

Take your education to the next level with Fort Valley State University’s (FVSU) fully online Master of Social Work (MSW) program - designed for aspiring and experienced social work professionals alike. Rooted in cultural competence, social justice, and a Pan-Africanism perspective, our program prepares you to empower individuals, families, and communities through ethical, evidence-based clinical practice.

FVSU’s Legacy and Accreditation

FVSU is a proud Historically Black College and University (HBCU) with a legacy of producing social work leaders and change agents dedicated to serving diverse and historically marginalized populations. The MSW program is currently in Pre-Candidacy status with the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) and aligns with the 2022 Educational Policy and Accreditation Standards (EPAS) to ensure you gain the critical competencies needed for professional practice.

Now Accepting Applications for Fall 2025!

Be part of the inaugural cohort of FVSU’s innovative online MSW program and take the next step toward a rewarding career in social work practice.

A Flexible, Career-Focused MSW Program

FVSU’s 100% online MSW program offers synchronous learning, providing real-time engagement with seasoned faculty who are experienced clinical practitioners. Whether you attend full-time or part-time, you will gain the clinical expertise required to serve in your specialty area with a curriculum shaped by cultural humility, a strengths-based approach, and a commitment to social justice.

Program Options:

  • Full-time track (2 years, 54 credit hours)
  • Part-time track (3 years, 54 credit hours)
  • Advanced Standing (1 year, 30 credit hours) for students with a CSWE-accredited BSW

Specialization Areas

  • Mental Health Counseling
  • Alcohol and Drug Addiction Counseling

Courses emphasize assessment, diagnosis, evidence-based interventions, policy practice, advocacy, and leadership, preparing students to engage in direct clinical practice, shape policy, and drive systemic change.

Designed for All Backgrounds

Whether you are a seasoned professional looking to advance your career or transitioning into the field, FVSU’s MSW program offers two tracks to fit your background:

  • Advanced Standing Track (1 Year, 30 Credit Hours) - For students with a BSW from a CSWE-accredited institution.
  • Regular Standing Track (2 or 3 Years, 54 Credit Hours) - For students with a bachelor’s degree in another discipline.

Our curriculum is designed around CSWE’s 2022 Educational Policy and Accreditation Standards (EPAS), ensuring that you develop:

  • Ethical and professional practice skills
  • Diversity and cultural competence for working with historically marginalized communities
  • Clinical assessment, diagnosis, and intervention planning
  • Policy and advocacy skills to drive social change
  • Leadership abilities to influence and transform the field of social work

Your Path to a Meaningful Career

Graduates of FVSU’s MSW program will be fully prepared for licensure and careers in high-demand areas such as:

  • Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) - Immediate licensure eligibility upon graduation
  • Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) - Eligible after 36 months of direct work experience and 24 months of clinical supervision
  • Mental Health Clinician
  • Substance Abuse Clinician
  • Child and Family Therapist
  • Marriage and Family Therapist
  • Policy Advocate & Social Justice Leader
  • Nonprofit Leadership & Program Administration

Affordable Graduate Education

As part of FVSU’s commitment to accessibility and affordability, our MSW students can take advantage of multiple financial aid opportunities, including:

  • Competitive fellowships and scholarships
  • Graduate assistantships
  • Presidential out-of-state tuition waivers
  • Title IV-E scholarships for those pursuing child welfare careers

Now Accepting Applications for Fall 2025!

Be part of the inaugural cohort of FVSU’s innovative online MSW program and take the next step toward a rewarding career in social work practice.

 

For assistance, contact the Graduate Studies Office at 478-822-7594 or graduatestudies@fvsu.edu.

Program Contact

Deborah Sills

Assistant Professor of Social Work and MSW Coordinator