Master of Social Work (MSW) | Newman University

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MSW Documents and Resources

School of Social Work Program Handbook

Social Work Field Education

Student Association of Social Work and Honor Societies

MSW FAQs

Tuitions & Fees

MSW Accreditation
Financial Assistance
HRSA Behavioral Health Workforce Education and Training Program
$25,000 Practicum Stipend for qualified applicants
The HRSA Behavioral Health Workforce Education and Training Program supports students interested in serving behavioral health populations.

Specialized behavioral health training

Trauma-informed practice training

Workforce development opportunities

Professional mentoring

Kansas Behavioral Health Center of Excellence (KBHCE)
$10,000 Practicum Stipend for qualified applicants
Eligible students interested in behavioral health careers may qualify for additional financial assistance.

Behavioral health workforce training

Specialized professional development

Networking opportunities with behavioral health agencies
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MSW Program Outcomes
Per the requirement of the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) Commission on Accreditation's (COA) recognizing body, the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA), and accreditation standard 4.0.3, programs must post Form AS-4 (M) publicly on its website and routinely up-date (minimally every 2 years) its findings.
View the 2024-25 Form AS-4(M) Assessment Data
Kansas Social Work Licensure Disclosure
Newman University's Social Work Program is accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) and meets the requirements to apply for licensing examinations in Kansas.
Please be aware that state requirements for licensure may vary, and it is the individual’s responsibility to comply with those requirements. Students who plan to practice in states outside Kansas are encouraged to contact their state’s social work licensing board to identify other requirements for licensure
If you need assistance in contacting the appropriate state credentialing board or for questions regarding your program of study, please contact: MSW Program Director Yelando Johnson 316.942.4291 Ext. 2326 [email protected]

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	$25,000 HRSA Behavioral Health Workforce Stipend to those who qualify
	Only MSW program in Kansas with a required licensure preparation course
	Paid Practicum Opportunities
	The Master of Social Work program is delivered 100% online
	Competitive hourly credit at $640 / credit hour. See tuition & fees

Explore Our Trauma-Informed MSW Curriculum

The Newman University MSW program is intentionally designed to prepare a trauma-responsive behavioral health workforce equipped to serve individuals, families, and communities experiencing complex and chronic trauma.

Our specialized trauma-informed curriculum integrates neurobiological, clinical, and systems-level approaches aligned with evidence-based and equity-centered practice. Delivered through a fully online, flexible learning model, the program expands access for students in rural and high-need areas while maintaining small cohorts and intensive faculty mentorship. Tuition assistance and scholarship opportunities support workforce pipeline development, retention, and sustainability in underserved communities.

Social Work Degree Curriculum & Requirements
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Meet Our Social Work Faculty
Quality education begins with quality teachers. Our faculty and staff have the knowledge and experience to help you prepare for a rewarding career in social work. Teaching high academic and practice standards through proven methods, evidence-based knowledge, and hands-on experience, our faculty shape the study of social welfare and the practice of social work. They are committed to nurturing culturally competent and skilled, trauma-competent social work professionals.
Career Pathways
In Master of Social Work
Newman University’s Master of Social Work provides you with the knowledge and relevant skills to set you on the path to a fulfilling career.
Some of our alumni in this program have found careers in:

Administration/Program Director

Behavioral Health / Mental health

School Social Work

Community-based organizations

Government agencies

Hospitals and skilled nursing facilities

Military and veteran affairs clinics

Substance abuse and addiction treatment clinics

Private Practice

Children and family services

Some who have completed this program have chosen to continue studies in:

Master and Doctor of Business Programs

Doctor of Social Work

Doctor of Education

Juris Doctorate Master of Theology
"My time at Newman has been convenient and rewarding. I just feel blessed. I feel blessed that I’ve had this opportunity to work in an area that I’m very passionate about."
- Cody Saunders, MSW Read Cody's Story

"When we open ourselves up to seeing the world in all its brokenness, we become open to doing what we can to make it better. One person, one issue, one day at a time — that’s how we make a difference."
- Rachel Beaux, MSW Read Rachel's Story