Master of Social Work and Juris Doctor

Many of the problems of social injustice may be effectively addressed through interdisciplinary efforts, particularly cooperative activities between the professions of law and social work. Increasingly, social workers have been enrolling in law schools to add to their knowledge and competence, and lawyers have been expanding their interests and activities in the social service field.The MSWJD program offered by Case Western Reserve University’s Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences and School of Law makes it possible for full-time students to pursue an integrated program of studies and receive the MSW and JD degrees. This program allows completion of both degrees within four years rather than five.Dual degree students develop an understanding of the methods, language, knowledge base, research, and ethics of law and social work. Students prepare for careers in public interest or family law, administration, supervision or direct provision of services, public policy, and individual and family practice.

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