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Online Learning with a Student-Centered Faculty

The mission of the MSW program at The National Catholic School of Social Service (NCSSS) at The Catholic University of America is to prepare specialized social work practitioners who promote individual and societal well-being as agents of change, using a person-in-environment approach through a curriculum that meets the evolving demands of practice.  Rooted in Catholic Social Teaching and social work values, we emphasize the importance of human relationships.  We are committed to educating students of diverse faiths and cultures, who will be effective and competent promoters of human rights, as well as social, environmental, and economic justice locally and globally. Students will learn to identify and challenge the underlying structures and mechanisms of oppression and marginalization in order to create change. NCSSS equips students with the skills to practice with integrity and cultural humility. Students in the program integrate theory, practice, and research, through the understanding that scientific inquiry informs our work with all client systems The MSW curriculum is comprised of generalist (30 credits) and specialized practice knowledge (30 credits). The clinical concentration is offered in the online program.

Online Learning with a Student-Centered Faculty
The Catholic University Online MSW offers a small, intimate learning environment.  Through our unique learning platform students develop a professional working relationship with our faculty. Faculty mentors enable students to become part of a valuable professional network to tap into for years to come. Students in the asynchronous online MSW program are not required to be online at specific times. Students have 24/7 access to their courses.

The 2025 - 2026 NCSSS MSW Student Handbook can be found here.

Advising Forms for MSW Students.

• On-campus, Generalist Practice Curriculum
• Online, Generalist Practice Curriculum
• On-campus, Advanced Practice Curriculum - Clinical Specialization
• On-campus, Advanced Practice Curriculum - CAPP Specialization
• Online, Advanced Practice Curriculum - Clinical Specialization

Resources for MSW Students 

• Brightspace Resources//cardinalstation.catholic.edu/, https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxHabmZzFY6k04NnOD0XJqWwJWcesCN12. 
• Cardinal Card:  https://cardinalcard.catholic.edu/
• Parking permit: https://transportation.catholic.edu/parking/student.html. 
• Textbooks: Ecampus  https://catholic.ecampus.com/. If you have questions about ordering your textbooks, please email bookstore@ecampus.com. 
• Syllabus Manager: https://ncsss.catholic.edu/academics/courses/index.html. 

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Learn about state-specific licensure requirements that may apply in addition to University curriculum requirements. The social work sector is expected to grow by 19 percent through 2022, with a major emphasis being placed on hiring LCSWs. Catholic University's online learning format allows you to prepare for the clinical social work licensing exam whenever and wherever it is most convenient for youLearn about state-specific licensure requirements that may apply in addition to University curriculum requirements. The social work sector is expected to grow by 19 percent through 2022, with a major emphasis being placed on hiring LCSWs. Catholic University's online learning format allows you to prepare for the clinical social work licensing exam whenever and wherever it is most convenient for you.Learn about state-specific licensure requirements that may apply in addition to University curriculum requirements. The social work sector is expected to grow by 19 percent through 2022, with a major emphasis being placed on hiring LCSWs. Catholic University's online learning format allows you to prepare for the clinical social work licensing exam whenever and wherever it is most convenient for you.Learn about state-specific licensure requirements that may apply in addition to University curriculum requirements. The social work sector is expected to grow by 19 percent through 2022, with a major emphasis being placed on hiring LCSWs. Catholic University's online learning format allows you to prepare for the clinical social work licensing exam whenever and wherever it is most convenient for you.Request Information

State Specific Licensure

Learn about M.S.W. state-specific licensure requirements that may apply in addition to University curriculum requirements. The social work sector is expected to grow by 19 percent through 2022, with a major emphasis being placed on hiring LCSWs. Catholic University's online learning format allows you to prepare for the clinical social work licensing exam whenever and wherever it is most convenient for you.