MSW Social Work / Gerontology

Course Overview The LIU Collaborative Master of Social Work (M.S.W.) program, offered at both the Brooklyn and Brookville campuses, is a CSWE-accredited degree designed to elevate your professional practice. It provides a rigorous curriculum that leads to specialized practice in high-demand fields, combining academic excellence with extensive real-world fieldwork. This program is uniquely structured to not only prepare you for licensure but also for advanced state certifications. Key Program Highlights Choose from five high-impact specializations: Substance Use & Addictive Behaviors, Child & Family Welfare, Forensic Social Work, Gerontology, or Nonprofit Management. Gain hands-on experience through diverse fieldwork placements in schools, clinics, shelters, and social service agencies across New York. Earn a degree that meets the academic requirements for both social work licensure (LMSW) and the CASAC credential for substance abuse counseling. Benefit from the combined resources and faculty expertise of two distinct LIU campuses: the urban energy of Brooklyn and the expansive suburban setting of Post. Prepare for specific career paths with a curriculum designed in conjunction with New York State, including an opportunity for advanced certification in Forensic Social Work.