Placements with an enhanced curricular focus generally include classroom seminars or networking sessions. Some may also provide stipends or awards. A selection of these opportunities is highlighted below.
Prepare for a career in school social work — and help support the mental health of children in rural communities — through seminars, coursework and an advanced year field placement in a participating school district.
A unique opportunity exists for MSW students interested in child welfare. The Child Welfare Leaders Initiative is a certificate program for students interested in gaining skills in many components of child welfare.
The Veteran and Military Family (VMF) curriculum focus provides an opportunity for UB social work students interested in working with veterans or military family members to receive education and training to better serve this population.