MSW Hybrid CSU Stanislaus Integrative Clinical Practice Specialization for Health, Mental Health, and Behavioral Health Settings

History of MSW CSU Stanislaus 1st Classes began st Graduating Class 1996 Received Accreditation 1998 Two accreditation reaffirmations in 2001 & 2009 Currently accredited through Graduates and counting!

Mission Statement: Focus on Social Justice

Why a Hybrid MSW Program in Integrative Clinical Practice Specialization for Health, Mental Health, and Behavioral Health Settings Job growth projection* for MSW jobs in California between : –20% for medical and public health social workers –37% for mental health and substance abuse social workers * CA Office of Statewide Health Planning and Development (OSHPD) REALIGNMENT

Program Overview: 60 units in 24 months Accelerated schedule 2 courses every 8 weeks 2 face-to-face class sessions per course (one Saturday per CSU Stan Stockton Ctr. Remainder of course work completed online (asynchronous & synchronous) Direct social work practice courses are included in every 8 week academic session Summer block placements Full time internship (40 hours per week) x 13 weeks Enhance competency-based skills in direct clinical social work practice Regular Field Seminars Located in your home county, when possible Employer-based placements may be available

Draft schedule: Foundation Year Fall Session 1:  8/22 – 10/16/15 SW5005 SW5030 Fall Session 2:  10/24 – 12/18/15 SW5001 SW5031 Spring Session 1:  1/9 – 3/4/16 SW5055 SW5010 Spring Session 2:  3/12/- 5/6/16 SW5020 SW5011

Summer block placement 5/9/16 – 8/5/16 ( Draft schedule) Focus is on practicing and integrating skills learned in previous year’s coursework 40 hours per week (500 hours per summer) Includes: One-to-one supervision from MSW Field Instructor –2 hours per week seminar in a local community –2 all day Saturday Integrative seminars at CSU Stockton Center

Curricular focus Competency based social work practice degree –CA Mental Health competencies Socially just clinical practice models –SFBT, CBT, I-FAST, Narrative Integrative practice approach –Conceptual foundations, change factors, practice model Clinical specialization courses Comprehensive exam

Clinical specialiation courses Assessments –Psychosocial assessments, DSM5 Integrated Behavioral Health –resilience/wellness model Addictions –AOD/behavioral addictions diagnosis and treatment Trauma treatment models –PTSD, child abuse, community, military, migration, DV

Culminating/Capstone experience Comprehensive exam Focuses on HBSE, Practice, Research & Policy for clinical practice Builds critical thinking & knowledge review for future licensing

Hybrid MSW Faculty & Staff Dr. Kilolo Brodie Field, Practice, HBSE Dr. John Garcia Policy, Research, Comp Exam Dr. Valerie Leyva Practice, HBSE, Clinical Specializations Dr. Robin Ringstad HBSE, Practice, Clinical Specializations Dr. Shradha Tibrewal Policy, Research, Practice

Tech requirements & Tech support You will need A computer and reliable internet connection that will support streaming video & video conferencing. Enabled webcam and microphone –Headset microphone preferred CSU Stan will provide Tech orientation Help desk for general trouble shooting and support

Application Process and timeline University Application Online via CSUMentor Requirements include –A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. –A grade point average of 2.5 or better in the last 60 units is required. MSW Program Application Online via Requirements include: –Liberal arts background –Voluntary and/or paid experience in human services –Computer literacy and reliable internet connection

Tuition and Fees $35,000 –divided into four equal payments Financial aid may be available –unsubsidized student loans Contact CSU Stan Financial Aid office for detailed info –Complete FAFSA if you are considering this program

Contact infomation hybrid Shradha Tibrewal Valerie Leyva