Berkeley MSW, MSW/MPP

[Gradschool.or.bust]

Hi There,

I'm looking into MSW programs at UC Berkeley, San Jose State, and SFSU. I have my heart set on Berkeley because they have the concurrent MSW/MPP program and it really fits my interests and career goals. However I was just reading on their website that while their program prepares you for clinical work it's not the focus of their program and that the course concentration won't be aimed at clinical competencies. Is anyone currently or previously in the Berkeley MSW program or MSW/MPP concurrent program that can speak to this? Any insight would be much appreciated. 

[ATohCe.24]

Hey there,

Before I go too deeply into Berkeley's MSW program, please elaborate on what you'd like to do after obtaining your degree. Clinical competencies can mean a variety of things. Are there certain skills (e.g. CBT, DBT, MI, mini-mental status exam, MOCA, etc.) you're looking to familiarize in grad school? I'm a Berkeley '14 MSW alum and work with colleagues who graduated from SJSU, whom I can consult with, so let me know.

Take care,

Peter

 

[Msw20]

Hey i’m Planning to apply to UC Berkeley for MSW. I need to decide on my specialisation. I’m an international student so I need to know if i’m Eligible for any of the grants. What are the prospects of getting full time employment upon completion of the course. Do companies sponsor visa?