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Social Work Degrees in Kansas – KS
By Karen Weil, allied health world contributing writer
Published: September, 25 2010
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Those working toward a social work degree in Kansas should know that there are multiple levels of licensing. The license designations are based on level of education (baccalaureate or masters), and each level, LBSW, Licensed Bachelor Social Worker, and LMSW, Licensed Master Social Worker, has its own accompanying test used to demonstrate professional competency. There are also specialist licensures for those with the more advanced LMSW license who choose to set up and complete a training program based on clinical practice. In Kansas, Licensed Specialist Social Worker, LSCSW, is the highest designation.
Those seeking a social work degree in Kansas will find traditional class scheduling as well as evening and online options. They should expect a combination of theory and field experience in their professional classes. Their coursework will teach them to analyze policy impact, evaluate field research, apply ethical standards, and cultural understanding when working with people of diverse backgrounds. Masters students may be given a choice of concentrations, deciding for instance if their heart lies in family practice or in administrative work.
For social workers in Kansas City, Wichita, Overland Park, and other Kansas communities, education is an ongoing process. Licensed social workers in Kansas also need to take continuing education courses to remain up to date on current practices. Luckily there are a variety of flexible options to help working professionals earn their CEUs; online classes are among the options.
Social Worker Schools in Kansas
- Overland Park
- Kansas City
- Wichita
- BS in Human Services Management
- BS in Psychology
- Junction City
- Associate of General Studies
