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We are delighted that you have chosen our program from the many reputable social work programs available and hope you will find your graduate study in our school rewarding. Our MSW program prepares students for advanced social work practice and leadership in the profession. Our coursework is grounded in theory, policy, research, and practice, and culminates with a field practicum experience.\u003Cbr>The Master of Social Work Student Handbook has been designed to supplement the other university publications provided to you, including but not limited to the Graduate Catalog. It is organized to give you a convenient guide to essential information and resources. Information given in the handbook does not change or substitute for ISU policies and procedures published by other university units and is subject to change.\u003Cbr>The faculty and staff of the School of Social Work look forward to working with you during your time in our program. We hope the Handbook is helpful as you begin your studies at Illinois State University.\u003Cbr>Sincerely,\u003Cbr>Gardenia Harris, PhD, MSW\u003Cbr>Associate Professor\u003Cbr>MSW Program Director, School of Social Work\u003Cbr>|  |  |\n\nTable of Contents  \nPART I: The Master of Social Work Program....................................................................................... 5  \nMSW Degree Requirements....................................................................................................5  \nThe MSW Curriculum .............................................................................................................6  \nDiversity across the Curriculum ............................................................................................6  \nGeneralist Curriculum ............................................................................................................6  \nSpecialist Curriculum .............................................................................................................7  \nAreas of Specialized Practice..................................................................................................7  \nSocial Work Licensure and Certification ................................................................................8  \nSelecting a Plan of Study.........................................................................................................9  \nField Education..................................................................................................................... 10  \nIntegration of Research and Practice ...................................................................................11  \nAdvising ................................................................................................................................ 11  \nFinancial Assistance ............................................................................................................. 11  \nPART II: Policies and Procedures......................................................................................................... 12  \nChanges in Registration........................................................................................................ 12  \nCredit Toward the MSW ....................................................................................................... 13  \nCommitment to the Profession............................................................................................. 14  \nEvaluation of Academic Performance ..................................................................................14  \nGraduation Requirements.................................................................................................... 16  \nAcademic Policies ....................................................","cbCaiqwC0AELPyTs","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaiqwC0AELPyTs","pdf",677299,42,"English","# PART I: The Master of Social Work Program\n## MSW Degree Requirements\n## The MSW Curriculum\n## Diversity across the Curriculum\n## Generalist Curriculum\n## Specialist Curriculum\n## Areas of Specialized Practice\n## Social Work Licensure and Certification\n## Selecting a Plan of Study\n## Field Education\n## Integration of Research and Practice\n## Advising\n## Financial Assistance\n# PART II: Policies and Procedures\n## Changes in Registration\n## Credit Toward the MSW\n## Commitment to the Profession\n## Evaluation of Academic Performance\n## Graduation Requirements\n## Academic Policies\n## Related ISU Policies\n## Disciplinary and Grievance Procedures\n## Important Miscellaneous Information","[{\"question\":\"What is the purpose of the MSW Student Handbook?\",\"answer\":\"It provides a convenient guide to essential information and resources that supplements other university publications. 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