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Prepare to become a Licensed Social Worker at the bachelor’s level in Our Lady of the Lake University's CSWE-accredited online Bachelor of Social Work (BSW).

Over the span of 120 hours of coursework, you will learn about generalist social work practice, policy and direct service, as well as human behavior.

Our BSW is one of only three in the U.S. to emphasize the urgent needs of Hispanic populations. You may also earn certification in Violence Prevention and Intervention to address poverty, exploitation and abuse.

Gain hands-on experience in social work settings through a fieldwork practicum and receive support from our placement specialist.

In addition, by completing the BSW you will be prepared for the advanced degree, which allows you to complete your Master of Social Work even faster.

About the Worden School of Social Service

As the first school of social work in the state of Texas, the Worden School is dedicated to helping students provide life-changing support to communities in need. Faculty members are hand-picked from the most experienced and renowned social advocates and educators, and they make students their priority.

In 2009, the Worden School received the Presidential Award for Excellence from the Council on Social Work Education, an annual honor reserved for just one of the nearly 500 social work degree programs in America.

Gain a mastery of the skills needed to take your career to the next level with Our Lady of the Lake University's online Master of Arts in Counseling. The program features a curriculum aligned with the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP) Standards and offers three career-specific specializations:

·     School Counseling
Help students of all ages get the most out of their education by assessing and finding solutions to common behavioral and learning problems, promoting psychological health, and implementing effective career development planning.

·     Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Help clients of all ages and cultures overcome their emotional health challenges as a clinical mental health counselor in private practice, inpatient or outpatient agencies, government and non-government facilities, or community organizations.

·     Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling
Improve the lives of vulnerable populations such as the elderly, veterans, those suffering from chronic illness and disability, and recovering addicts, and help connect them to new job opportunities and improve their vocational skills.

Prepare for Certification

• The School Counseling specialization prepares you to apply for the Texas School Counseling certification as well as school counseling certifications in many other states.*
• The Clinical Mental Health Counseling and Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling specializations prepare you to apply as an LPC intern and provides the required 60 credit hours of training and education.*
• The Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling specialization also prepares you to apply to become a Certified Rehabilitative Counselor (CRC).

If you have questions about potential certifications or licensures, complete the form on this

Gain a mastery of the skills needed to take your career to the next level with Our Lady of the Lake University's online Master of Arts in Counseling. The program features a curriculum aligned with the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP) Standards and offers three career-specific specializations:

·     School Counseling
Help students of all ages get the most out of their education by assessing and finding solutions to common behavioral and learning problems, promoting psychological health, and implementing effective career development planning.

·     Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Help clients of all ages and cultures overcome their emotional health challenges as a clinical mental health counselor in private practice, inpatient or outpatient agencies, government and non-government facilities, or community organizations.

·     Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling
Improve the lives of vulnerable populations such as the elderly, veterans, those suffering from chronic illness and disability, and recovering addicts, and help connect them to new job opportunities and improve their vocational skills.

Prepare for Certification

• The School Counseling specialization prepares you to apply for the Texas School Counseling certification as well as school counseling certifications in many other states.*
• The Clinical Mental Health Counseling and Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling specializations prepare you to apply as an LPC intern and provides the required 60 credit hours of training and education.*
• The Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling specialization also prepares you to apply to become a Certified Rehabilitative Counselor (CRC).

If you have questions about potential certifications or licensures, complete the form on this

Professionals will learn how to develop comprehensive counseling programs for students in this online Master of Arts in Counseling focused on School Counseling. The curriculum follows the national model set forth by the American School Counselor Association (ASCA).

Courses cover the wide range of responsibilities that school counselors are entrusted with. Topics range from career development and academic preparation to social and emotional development. Counselors will learn how to help kids develop resiliency and prepare for their futures. Even more, this master’s degree in school counseling online program will provide you with the skills necessary to advocate, consult, and collaborate for your students’ needs.