SaraFL Posted August 23, 2013 Share Posted August 23, 2013 I'm mainly looking at 2 schools for my MSW. The first is in my current city, no need to relocate and tuition is slightly cheaper. They offer a clinical concentration but no specialization (children/family, health, etc.) It's just plain ol' "clinical social work". The second school is several states away, is ultimately where I want to live, but it would be challenging to move now. They offer several different specializations to choose from. Is it going to help or hurt my chances of getting a job after I graduate if I do or do not have a specialization in school? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nugget Posted August 24, 2013 Share Posted August 24, 2013 (edited) If those are the only 2 schools you are considering, I would apply to both and see what happens. You are taking a risk by only applying to one school (unless you are such a strong candidate that you'll get into either program without question). Edited August 24, 2013 by jenste Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SaraFL Posted August 25, 2013 Author Share Posted August 25, 2013 Thanks for the input! Still wondering though will it hurt to not have a specialization? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MSW13 Posted August 27, 2013 Share Posted August 27, 2013 Many MSW programs do not offer specializations so I doubt it will hurt you. If you have a particular area of interest, make sure the MSW programs you apply to can offer that type of experience through placement. Also, I'm sure that some of the electives you choose will give you that 'specialization' feel anyway. For instance, if you want to work in mental health, take as many classes as you can in that area. That way you can demonstrate specialized knowledge in your area of interest in a job interview down the road. SaraFL 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SaraFL Posted August 27, 2013 Author Share Posted August 27, 2013 Thanks, good to know! MSW13 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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