पाठ्यक्रम परिवर्तनशीलता

पाठ्यक्रमबारे सारश

The mission of the combined Master of Social Work and Master of Science in Gerontology at Loma Linda University is to facilitate more efficient completion of two graduate degrees for students with strong interests in, and who are dedicated to, the advanced practice of both social work and gerontology. The master's degree program in social work emphasizes ecological systems, a perspective that focuses on the interaction of a person or system in relation to his/her environment. The master in gerontology aims to prepare students to think critically, analytically, and creatively about the challenges of the aging population and older citizens in the contemporary world. The combination of these two programs has guided the development of the foundation curriculum, professional concentrations, and selection of practicum sites for this dual degree program. This program equips students to make interdisciplinary contributions to the fields of social work and gerontology.

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All applicants must have bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college (official transcripts are evidence of courses completed). All applicants must submit a completed online application including a personal statement, application fee, all college and/or university transcripts, and submission of three letters of recommendation (including one from an academic source and one from a work supervisor). All applicants must meet the minimum academic and professional compatibility criteria established by the program, which includes: MSW applicants must have a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or above (on a 4. 0 scale) (special consideration can be given to applicants with grade point averages as low as 2.5 if the last part of their college work shows significant improvement). Applicants whose cumulative grade point average does not meet the minimum requirements stated above may receive further consideration for admission to the MSW program by providing a GRE or Miller's Analogies Test, or two years of social work related paid work experience. Evidence of work experience must be verified by current or past employers on official agency stationery. All applicants must show evidence of professional compatibility, personal qualifications and motivation to complete a graduate program by obtaining a passing score on the admissions interview with the department's admissions committee. Evaluation criteria for the interview includes: Verbal communication skills; Critical thinking ability; Values congruent with the social work profession; Appreciation of human diversity; Evidence of reflective learning; and Comportment.

योग्यता

स्नातकोत्तर उपाधि

प्रदान गर्ने निकाय

Loma Linda University

विभागको नाम

School of Science and Technology, Department of Social Work and Social Ecology