MSW Social Work / Alcohol and Substance Abuse

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 focused on specialized, high-demand areas of social work. The program integrates robust academic theory with extensive real-world field experience to prepare you for immediate impact in the field. Key Program Highlights Choose from five high-demand specializations: Substance Use & Addictive Behaviors, Child & Family Welfare, Forensic Social Work, Gerontology, or Nonprofit Management. Gain hands-on experience through diverse field placements in schools, shelters, counseling centers, clinics, and social service agencies. Earn a degree that meets the academic requirements for NYS licensure (LMSW) and advanced certifications in Forensic Social Work and Alcohol and Substance Abuse Counseling (CASAC). Benefit from the combined resources and faculty expertise of two campuses—the vibrant urban setting of LIU Brooklyn and the spacious suburban campus of LIU Post. Learn in a program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE), ensuring the highest standards of academic excellence.