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A Faith-Based Approach to Social Work: Earn Your Master’s Degree in Social Work at Southern
Discover what you'll learn in each of Southern's areas of emphasis, the career options you’ll have to choose from, and how our program will prepare you for a successful career as a social worker.
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A Faith-Based Approach
As a faith-based social work program, we bring God’s teachings to the way that we seek to understand and empower others, practice compassion, and pursue service-based careers.
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Three Areas of Emphasis
You’ll have the opportunity to choose from three different emphases (Crisis and Emergency Management, Mental Health Practice in Social Work, School Social Work) and pursue whichever area fits your passions and career goals.
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Social Work Career Paths
Wondering about the types of jobs and industries that open up to you with an MSW degree? Our guide examines several different career paths to help you determine if social work is the right path for you.

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Social Work Salary Expectations
As you consider pursuing a career in social work, it's important to know the level of financial compensation you can expect. Your salary will depend on your level of experience, location, and which career path you follow. Take a closer look inside.
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MSW/MBA Dual Degree
Learn about the MSW/MBA dual degree, designed for people whose passion for helping others is matched by their passion for business and leadership. The program meets at the intersection of social work, business, and healthcare leadership and combines the best of both the social work and business fields.
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What are the eligibility requirements? What courses will you get to take? What's the admissions process like? Who are the faculty members? What deadlines do I need to track?
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