Family Practice
Students wishing to work primarily with individuals and families will elect the Family Practice Concentration. Upon graduation, the new MSW will have the knowledge and skills to work in child welfare agencies, family service agencies, mental health clinics, health-care organizations, family violence service agencies, substance abuse prevention and treatment programs or correctional organizations.
Required courses for the Family Practice ConcentrationA wealth of practicum sites throughout the St. Louis metropolitan area are available to provide experience in working with children, youth, and families before graduation.
For students interested in developing expertise in working with women, they may elect to pursue the Graduate Certificate in Women's Studies offered at UM St. Louis in addition to their social work concentration. This certificate program can be completed with some courses taken toward the MSW degree; however, some additional hours may be required for the Certificate.