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    Canadian MSW Applicants 2021

    in Social Workers Forum

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    2 minutes ago, Murphys_law said:

    Can I ask whether you were originally wait-listed and just got the offer for Laurier, or whether you only just received an offer of admission? I'm curious if they are already going through offers to the wait-list.

    I got the email around 3:30, and it just said that I was accepted- didn’t get any notif about a waitlist prior. 

    Canadian MSW Applicants 2021

    in Social Workers Forum

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    Just now, MelaninandJustice said:

    Yeah it's true that I could defer my acceptance but I really wouldn't like tooooo though. I've been working in the field for over 6 years and just want to get the MSW done y'know? It just sucks that this area of work is what I'm passionate about. I know very intently what I want to do too for the MSW. I'm sooo torn. Decisions Decisions :(

    I've been looking on the UofT website and they've been saying that they plan to open in September. I'm a little confused as i've seen at least three or so different emails as a point of contact. Does anyone know who I would be able to contact ( via email) so I can ask questions?

     

    That makes a lot of sense! I honestly think that although they may have a plan, they really won’t be able to say if it will definitely be in person- just because of how quickly things have been changing with the pandemic. This is definitely a stressful time to be making big career/school decisions. I wish you all the best! 

    Canadian MSW Applicants 2021

    in Social Workers Forum

    Posted · Edited by soph.tc

    5 hours ago, MelaninandJustice said:

    Following this question, I need some help. Could someone give me the advantages of going to U of T! I just landed my dream job in my city and want to work in it for the first year so i'm wondering if school will be remote this fall?

    I think it’s quite unclear whether school will be fully remote- it depends on how the variants affect us, rates of vaccinations etc. I would assume that regardless, most social work placements will be at least partly in person. If you’ve landed a FT job you’re really excited about, I see no harm in deferring your acceptance to UofT. More work experience in the field is always good- and is a great opportunity to clarify your career interests. That way you may have a better idea of what you want to get out of your masters when you do get it. 

    Canadian MSW Applicants 2021

    in Social Workers Forum

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    29 minutes ago, 1996Msw2021 said:

    Is anyone planning on making a group for the 2 year MSW at uoft? It would be nice to connect with some of you all before fall so please feel free to private message me :) we can get a heads up on building connections. 

    Looks like there is one! Here is the link: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1071656829976018/?notif_id=1618329592390315&notif_t=group_r2j_approved&ref=notif

    Let me know if it works. 

    Canadian MSW Applicants 2021

    in Social Workers Forum

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    Just now, MacaroniGirl said:

    S I think it also really depends on the school you go to and how clinically oriented their program is as well 

    True. These people went to UofT which I know is known to be more “clinical”. I’m sure experiences vary person to person though! 

    Canadian MSW Applicants 2021

    in Social Workers Forum

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    49 minutes ago, AlexaS said:

    Hi there, I was wondering if anyone had any insight into becoming a registered psychotherapist vs. a registered social worker. I just got accepted into Laurier's MA in Spiritual Care and Psychotherapy and was wondering how much job opportunities differ with the two degrees?

     

    If you’re set on practicing therapy, the MA will better prepare you. I have two friends who completed their MSWs and both said it did not prepare them well to practice psychotherapy.  If you’re interested in a variety of positions, then an MSW is def more generalizable and opens up more doors! 

    Canadian MSW Applicants 2021

    in Social Workers Forum

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    7 hours ago, angelicpiano said:

    Thank you. My parents will not accept me if I don't get in. Nor did they accept my mental health struggles. I am even more nervous 

    Just wanted to give you (and the rest of the people on this forum) some encouragement: a reminder that it's really not the end of the world if you don't get in. I'm sorry that you have to deal with your parents' pressure- I'm sure that's very tough-but remember that you can definitely still work in social work without an MSW- and if anything, getting more experience will clarify your career interests and you may end up getting more out of the program if you decide to do it in the future. Many people who don't have an MSW are successful in the field (and have less debt! haha). From looking at your posts it seems that you're in your last year of undergrad? remember that it's quite difficult to get in straight from undergrad (especially if your grades are on the lower side) and I hope you don't take it too personally if you are rejected. You are still worthy and will do amazing things in your career! With that being said- good luck to you! and to everyone. :) 

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