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MSW vs. LMSW vs. LCSW: What They Mean and How To Get Licensed

Learn the differences between M.S.W., LMSW, and LCSW and how VCU’s M.S.W. online format prepares you for licensure and social work career success.
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Field Education in Action: How VCU Online M.S.W. Students Gain Practical Experience

Learn how VCU’s online M.S.W. program blends online coursework with in-person field education to build real-world skills, professional networks and career readiness.
Tyler Ratliff

Student Profile: Tyler Ratliff

Discover how VCU's Master of Social Work Online prepares students through flexible courses, hands-on field placements and supportive faculty.
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Social Work and Technology: How Innovation Is Changing the Field

Social work and technology are evolving together. Learn how tools like telehealth and AI are reshaping practice and how VCU’s M.S.W. prepares you for the future.
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The Impact of Social Workers Across Sectors: From Schools to Hospitals

Discover the expanding roles of social workers across sectors in 2025. Explore how VCU’s M.S.W. program can prepare you for these diverse and impactful careers.
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Clinical vs. Macro Social Work: Exploring Career Options with an M.S.W.

Compare clinical vs. macro social work, including job duties, salaries, and career paths, to choose the best M.S.W. for your goals.
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Choosing Your Focus Area: A Guide to VCU’s Clinical Social Work Practice and Macro Practice Concentrations

Whether you aspire to work one one-on-one with clients or drive change at the societal level, VCU’s Master of Social Work Program online option has a concentration for you.
Brittany Wilson

Alum Spotlight: A Doula’s Journey Through Social Work and Advocacy

Explore how Brittany Watson's journey through VCU's M.S.W. online format shaped her career in healthcare.
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Cassie DeSena-Jacobs Leverages a Lifetime of Experience in the Classroom

VCU social work professor Cassie DeSena-Jacobs draws on professional and personal experiences to deliver a unique MSW learning experience. You can study online with her at VCU.
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Exploring the In-Person Commitments for the M.S.W. Program Online Format

Explore VCU's M.S.W. online format, including program structure, remote and in-person learning, field placements, and tips for balancing coursework.