Hello, I want to get a Ph.D. in Social Work and need some advice. I start my MSW program in January, have some time left to get things straight. I have Cerebral Palsy, as far as my dissertation goes I would want to do a narrative study about the prejudices/ stereotypes my population faces. The word terrified does not describe how I feel as my GRE score was abysmal. I don't foresee doing any better if I retook it because I took a prep course and have never been able to conquer those types of tests. A bad test score should not shatter my dreams. However, I have research experience and plan on trying to get an article published within the year. I also plan to get certified as an HIV Counselor/Leader in Executive and Administrative Development. Posted below is my working resume thus far, the formatting got messed up because of copy/paste/removed identifying info. Will I have a chance anywhere? OBJECTIVE I am a highly motivated student, seeking a Masters of Social Work degree with a clinical concentration at University. EDUCATION University (May 2013 - Present) Bachelors in Social Work · 3.83 Cumulative GPA Community College (August 2010 – December 2012) Associate of Arts · 3.75 Cumulative GPA INTERNSHIP Experience 08.2015- Present DISC VILLAGE, INC Case Manager § Conducted case management services for clients and families, which included making referrals, setting appointments, and monitoring treatment recommendations. § Provided individual sessions for clients dealing with substance abuse. § Facilitated educational groups § Administered assessments § Maintained case files/ documented all activity through case notes RESEARCH Experience 08.2014 – 04.2015 Language & Cognitive Development Lab Research Assistant § Administered KBITT & PVVT tests § Scored tests to measure verbal and nonverbal cognitive ability § Assisted with the “Feature Production Norms Project.” 10.2015-Present Geriatric Workforce Enhancement Program - Senior Learning Project Research Assistant Volunteer Experience 08.2013 -12.2013 Westminster Oaks Volunteer § Assisted residents with several activities: aerobics, board games, and making greeting cards TeAching Experience 04.2015 university Guest Lecture § Provided a guest lecture to a Policies and Programs in Social Welfare class entitled “Disability Issues in Social Welfare”. April 2015 06.2015 university Guest Lecture § Provided a guest lecture to a Human Sexuality class entitled “Persons with Disabilities, Yes We Can Have Sex Too!”. June 2015 HONORS/AWARDS § Dean’s List 1 semester § President’s List 4 semesters § Clayton Holmes Disability Support Scholarship MEMBERSHIPS § Golden Key International Honour Society