The doctoral program at the Graduate School of Social Work trains master's level human service professionals to become social work researchers, educators and policy experts.
Founded in 1968, it is among the oldest social work doctoral programs in the nation. It enrolls students from all parts of the United States and around the world.
As doctoral students, you're encouraged to develop a solid understanding of the theories, social interventions and policies that guide research in your substantive area.
The program emphasizes:
- knowledge development through advanced course work in theory, policy and research methodology
- research competencies through required and elective courses, graduate research assistantships and dissertation research
- collaboration with faculty working in diverse substantive areas including high-risk youth, child welfare, gerontology, mental health, substance abuse and poverty
- teaching skills through a teaching practicum, elective courses and faculty mentoring
Watch the keynote speakers from the GSSW Doctoral Program 40th Anniversary Celebration: "Answering the Carnegie Initiative Call to Action: Rethinking Social Work Doctoral Education" May 2nd, 2009.
