Academic Record · MSW · Millersville University
Grad School Log
A live log of the MSW program at Millersville University School of Social Work, semester by semester. Every course, every practicum hour, documented as it happened. Started Summer 2024. For anyone navigating clinical training with a neurodivergent brain.
Research Methods
Scientific inquiry in social work, research ethics, and the role of practitioners as researchers. Covered qualitative and quantitative methods, sampling, and connecting evidence to practice.
Practice with Diverse Populations
Examined power, privilege, and oppression. Deep dive into systems of sexism, racism, classism, and ageism, with emphasis on risk, resilience, and empowerment.
Principles & Philosophies
Foundation of the generalist model. Core values, roles, skills, and professional identity development.
Human Behavior (HBSE I)
Life span approach to development within family systems. Biopsychosocial influences and environmental functioning.
Micro & Mezzo Practice
Skills-based generalist practice. Assessment, intervention, and evaluation with individuals, families, and small groups.
Field Practicum I
Foundation coursework applied in a real-world agency setting. Developing as an ethical, reflective practitioner.
Human Behavior (HBSE II)
Focus on communities, organizations, and social structures. Analysis of political and economic systems that block human development.
Social Welfare Policy
Policy analysis, creation, and implementation. Focused on service delivery, access, equity, and advocacy.
Macro Social Work Practice
Community assessment, power analysis, and organizing strategies for systems-level intervention.
Field Practicum II
Increased responsibility and complexity in client work, documentation, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Emergency Mental Health
Crisis intervention, disaster systems, and psychological impact on responders. Used CISM and related models.
Survey Development
Scale development, reliability, validity, and building instruments for practice and program evaluation.
Intro to Art Therapy
Integrating creative work into social work practice. Covered core theories and techniques across the life span.
Advanced Micro Practice
Diagnosis, assessment, and treatment planning. Strengths-based, multicultural lens with attention to rural practice.
Groups & Families
Advanced skills for complex family systems and therapeutic and psychoeducational groups.
Advanced Research
Program evaluation and mixed methods designs. Applied practice research project.
Advanced Practicum I
Higher level clinical and macro responsibilities. Development of an independent social work role.
Advanced Welfare Policy
Structured analysis of health care, income support, and personal social services.
Advanced Macro Practice
Administration, supervision, fundraising, and sustainable program design.
Final Practicum
Consolidation of advanced skills. Transition to professional practice.