Our Lady of Lakes MSW Program Any thoughts?

[abadala]

Hi, I'm April, a new poster here. I graduated with my BSW in 1997 and want to return to get my MSW. Does anybody know anything about Our Lady of Lakes online MSW program? I am curious to hear thoughts.

[citychild]

I never heard of the program but went to the Coucil on Social Work Education's website and foun their accreditation to be conditional:

http://www.cswe.org/Accreditation/Accredited-Programs/18429.aspx

I wasn't sure what that meant either, so I looked further. Apparently, an adverse action had to be taken against the school for this type of accreditation:

http://www.cswe.org/Accreditation/2008EPASHandbook/Overview14745/COAPolicesandProcedures/AppealsofCOADecisions.aspx

Personally, I would hold some hesitation. I understand the appeal of online programs but, especially for a Masters program, I would think there needs to be some interaction. I would call the school and ask about the accreditation issue. But I wouldn't just speak to staff because they tend to "say what they want students to hear" in many ways (nothing bad per se). Or call the CSWE and ask about it.

[michigan girl]

Only enroll in CSWE-accredited social work programs. Avoid schools with conditional or rejection status. Non-accredited social work programs will only devalue your degree, and you won't be able to secure employment and/or state licensure.

Edited August 2, 2012 by michigan girl

[abadala]

Thank you both for your answers. Funny how on OLLU's website, they don't mention anything about conditional accreditation. I am very leary of that program now. I have a call in to the admissions counselor, and have a feeling they will try to sugar coat their answer. I am now looking into something different, I can't afford $750 per credit if it is not accredited!!

[citychild]

I don't know what you're options are personally, but I have seen many non-online programs with less than $750 per credit tuition.