Social Work Urban Leadership - Simmons College

Social Work Urban Leadership from Simmons College is a Campus Master Urban Studies degree that prepares you for a Human Services career. Clinical social workers recognize that the problems an individual suffers frequently reflect larger issues in his or her community. In order to help the individual, it may be necessary to effect change at societal level. With this focus, Simmons?s M.S.W./Urban Leadership Program helps clinical social work students develop the skills and confidence to be effective leaders in the organizations and communities they serve. Overview Developed in collaboration with the School of Social Work?s urban agency partners, our innovative Urban Leadership Program integrates community leadership and clinical social work skills ? including public speaking, fundraising, program development, social policy, and an understanding of how to work with diverse constituencies. Coursework, internships, and leadership projects emphasize diversity and multicultural issues in urban communities and allow students to engage their own passions and interests in addressing services to under-served urban populations. ULP students also are encouraged to develop lifelong learning plans that include leadership development. The Urban Leadership Program attracts a diverse group of students ? including human service workers, ministers, Department of Social Services employees, and educators. Many students are seasoned professionals. All share a commitment to advancing social justice and addressing the needs of clients, organizations, communities, and the profession. View more details on Simmons College . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Urban Studies courses.