Current Students
The School of Social Work, the University, and the Madison area community have much to offer you. While our advisors, faculty, and staff are always available to answer questions and provide assistance, you can also find information here about school policies and procedures, employment opportunities, Social Work certification requirements, student groups, and course information.
Mission
The mission of the UW-Madison School of Social Work is to enhance human well-being and promote social and economic justice for people who are disadvantaged to achieve an equitable, healthy, and productive society. The school aims to:
- Create, advance, strengthen, and integrate interdisciplinary knowledge for students and the profession through research, scholarship, teaching, and practice.
- Educate students to become highly skilled, culturally competent, and ethical practitioners who will provide effective leadership for the profession of social work within the State of Wisconsin and nationally.
- Promote change at levels ranging from the individual to national policy, including empowering communities and populations that are disadvantaged and developing humane service delivery systems.
- Create and disseminate knowledge regarding the prevention and amelioration of social problems.
Helpful Links
Student Rights and Responsibilities Handbook
Mental Health Concentration
Health, Aging and Disability Concentration
Child, Youth and Family Welfare Concentration
State of Wisconsin School Social Work Certification
State of Wisconsin Licensure and Certification
Student Groups
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