MSW Social Work / Alcohol and Substance Abuse Counseling:CASAC

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 CSWE-accredited curriculum with five specialized tracks: Substance Use, Child & Family Welfare, Forensic Social Work, Gerontology, and Nonprofit Management. Flexible campus options, leveraging the resources and unique settings of both the urban LIU Brooklyn and the suburban LIU Post campuses. Comprehensive fieldwork placements in diverse settings including schools, clinics, shelters, and social service agencies. Pathways to advanced certifications, including eligibility for the NYS Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC) certification. Prepares graduates for licensure (LMSW) and offers advanced state certification in Forensic Social Work.