Develop advanced clinical practice skills in our unique program that is the first D.S.W. offered in Texas.
In our wide-ranging clinical social work doctoral program, you can tailor your degree plan to build individual, couples, family and group practice skills, taking advantage of the capstone project and internships for comprehensive learning and hands-on experience. You can also complete your degree on campus or 100% online.
This degree equips you with advanced knowledge, skills and abilities to assess, diagnose and treat mental, emotional and behavioral disorders, conditions and addictions in adults, adolescents and children. You will also be prepared for higher education and leadership opportunities.
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Our D.S.W. in Clinical Social Work degree is a MEMBER of the Group for the Advancement of Doctoral Education in Social Work (GADE).
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What Can You Do With a D.S.W. Degree?
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that employment for mental health and substance abuse social workers is projected to grow by 18% over the next 10 years.
Additionally, the Health Resources and Service Administration reports that while many social workers are trained at the master’s degree level, a 30% increase in the number of master’s and doctoral-level social workers will be needed to meet the demand by 2030.
Our D.S.W. program prepares you to meet the needs of the community you serve as a licensed clinical social worker.
Why Earn My D.S.W. Degree at Angelo State?
Extensive Internship Program
Our on-campus students can take advantage of a wide array of clinical internship opportunities with local and area agencies and practitioners. We also contract for internship opportunities for our online students in their home areas. Internships in social work higher education can be completed on campus as adjunct ASU faculty members.
Teaching Practicum
In addition to internships and the capstone project, you will participate in a Teaching Practicum that gives you even more valuable first-hand experience. You will be paid a Teaching Assistant (TA) stipend as you teach social work courses, either on campus or online, under the mentorship of our doctoral-degree faculty.
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Whether you’re pursuing a master’s degree, doctoral degree or certificate/certification, you have access to all the services in our College of Graduate Studies and Research. You’ll find information and resources for everything from registering for classes and writing a thesis – to available graduate/teaching assistantships and graduate research opportunities.
