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Social Work & Family Studies

Strengthen individuals and families through compassionate social work

Advanced Social Work Practice
Family-Centered, Whole-Person Care
Faith-Integrated Professional Training
Preparation for Licensure & Leadership

Program Overview

What You'll Learn

  • Advanced social work theory and evidence-based practice
  • Family systems, relationships, and lifespan development
  • Clinical assessment and intervention with individuals and families
  • Social policy, advocacy, and ethical decision-making
  • Integrating faith, values, and service into professional practice

Career Opportunities

  • Clinical social work roles with individuals and families
  • Family services, child, and youth support positions
  • Community mental health or counseling support roles
  • Social service agency leadership or program coordination
  • Preparation for licensure and advanced professional practice

Why Choose Adventist Education?

Adventist education approaches social work as a calling rooted in compassion, justice, and service to others. Students will engage rigorous professional training within faith-centered learning communities committed to whole-person care. Graduates are prepared to serve individuals and families with clinical skill, ethical integrity, and deep respect for human dignity.

Choose Your Program By Institution

Select from our prestigious member institutions offering Social Work & Family Studies programs:

AU

Andrews University

Social Work MSW Master of Social Work
Delivery Format: Hybrid format with supervised field placements

Program Features:

  • Strong emphasis on faith integration and ethical social work practice
  • Focus on family systems and community-based intervention
  • Preparation for licensure and advanced professional service
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LLU

Loma Linda University

Social Work MSW Master of Social Work
Delivery Format: Hybrid format with supervised clinical fieldwork

Program Features:

  • Emphasis on whole-person health and interdisciplinary care
  • Clinical training connected to a major academic health sciences center
  • Preparation for advanced clinical and leadership roles in social work
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SAU

Southern Adventist University

Social Work MSW Master of Social Work
Delivery Format: Hybrid format with supervised field placements

Concentrations Offered:

  • School Social Work
  • Mental Health
  • Crisis and Emergency Management

Program Features:

  • Faith-centered approach to social work and family studies
  • Supportive cohort model emphasizing mentorship and service
  • Field placements in diverse community and family-focused settings
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