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Online Master of Social Work Blog

Online Master of Social Work applicants can find insights, news, essential reading and articles written about expert faculty. They’ll gain a deeper understanding of clinical social work, potential career paths and the myriad ways that the VCU Social Work program’s graduates are making a positive impact on the lives of individuals, families and communities.

A person holds a prescription bottle while having a telemental health appointment with a provider on a cellphone.
The rise of telehealth social work has changed the way social workers provide mental health care. Explore how becoming an LCSW can help you make an impact.
A group of community-based health educators stand at a kitchen counter preparing a healthy meal.
How can community-based health education empower people to improve their wellness? Explore a VCU faculty member’s health education and promotion work in action.
A family with two young daughters laughs together while sitting on a couch.
How does a foster care social worker promote child welfare? Explore the role of foster care social workers and the effects of foster care on children.
A social worker surveys a community member.
What is social work research? Learn more about the data-driven research designs and social work research methods that drive modern policy and practice.
A social worker takes notes while speaking with a young girl.
In social work, behavioral health outcomes for children often depend on early treatment. Explore children’s behavioral health and the role of social workers.
A couple seated on a couch with a young child speaks to an adoption social worker.
Adoption social workers play a vital role in matching children with prospective families. Explore this profession and the necessary steps to enter the field.
A group of social workers have a discussion.
How is interdisciplinary collaboration in social work empowering? Discover how a Master of Social Work prepares social workers to build valuable partnerships.
A social worker and a child sit facing each other at a table while the child draws on a clipboard.
What social work specialization should you choose? Learn more about the main social work specializations and how to choose a career path in social work.
Four people wearing matching blue T-shirts sort donations of food and clothing.
What are social work field placements in social work education? Explore the benefits of social work field placements and how they advance your career.
A social worker sits across from a client and holds their hands.
Social workers serve vulnerable populations, especially during the pandemic. Learn more about how social workers have responded to the coronavirus pandemic.