mirah56

I work for a (Canadian) hospital and the pay is not something I'm mad about. I'm also pretty lucky since at the moment I only have my BSW

It shouldn't be a huge burden if you give them enough time to complete references, given the demands of each reference form (which generally includes rating you AND writing a separate letter, mostly) and when they are due. Also keep in mind they are probably writing references for many others as well!

It depends on the school you're applying to, if you check out the MSW websites some schools may post the reference form templates. They will also indicate what kind of referees you should have. Good luck!

Hello, totally new and this is my first post! I've read the entire MSW 2012/2013 threads and here I am, contemplating what schools I'm going to apply to. I've applied twice in the past unsuccessfully, and I've been working as a Social Worker for 3 years (in January). I'm going to apply for distance/weekend advanced programs and right now just contemplating which schools as I intend to continue working full time. I'm for sure going to apply for uWindsor MSW for working professionals program and contemplating Dalhousie's online program and *maybe* Renison. Anyone planning on applying to any of these programs?