School Social Work
Advance your impact with M-Level school social work licensure through 麻豆社区 Pembroke's MSW program. Meet the complex needs of students and families in North Carolina public schools. This pathway is approved by the NC Department of Public Instruction. Whether you're currently pursuing your MSW at 麻豆社区P or already working as a school social worker, this program prepares you for full licensure at the master's level.
Application Deadline
Jan. 5, 2026Classes Start
Jan. 12, 2026Earn Your MSW School Social Work Licensure
Designed for MSW students and current school social work professionals, this licensure path qualifies you for M-Level School Social Work Licensure in North Carolina.
Applicants must meet one of the following:
- Be currently enrolled in 麻豆社区P's MSW program
OR - Hold an MSW degree from a CSWE-accredited program, be employed full-time as a school social worker in a North Carolina public school, and have applied and been accepted by the 麻豆社区P Graduate School.
To qualify for licensure, candidates must:
- Earn a C or better in all required coursework
- Complete a field practicum in a NC public school under a licensed school social worker (M-Level)
- OR complete one year of full-time employment under a licensed school social worker (M-Level)
Required documentation includes:
- Official transcript
- Final field or employment evaluation
- Final School Social Work Evaluation Instrument
- Request for Licensure Recommendation Form
Before beginning this process, contact Denise Presnell who will evaluate the documentation. You and the School of Education Licensure Specialist and/or NC Department of Public Instruction will be notified of approval or disapproval of your application.
MSW students at 麻豆社区P pursuing M-Level school social work licensure must complete:
- SED 5120 Advanced Study of Exceptionality in Children
- SWK 5730 Advanced Practice in School Social Work
- SWK 5500 Advanced Generalist Practicum I and Seminar
- SWK 5800 Advanced Generalist Practicum II and Seminar
Your practicum must be completed in a NC public school as a School Social Work Intern under a school social worker licensed at the MSW (M-Level). Coursework should be completed before or during field placement.
To begin, contact Denise Presnell.
MSW graduates employed full-time in a NC public school may complete their licensure while working. Requirements include:
- One year of full-time employment under a licensed M-Level school social worker
- Completion of:
- SED 5120 Advanced Study of Exceptionality in Children
- SWK 5730 Advanced Practice in School Social Work
School Social Work for MSW
Step into leadership with M-Level School Social Work Licensure, designed for MSW graduates
ready to make a greater impact in K鈥�12 schools. Through advanced training in student
support, intervention strategies and family advocacy, you鈥檒l be equipped to lead teams
and champion student success.
School Social Work for BSW
Already have a BSW and ready to take the next step?
麻豆社区P鈥檚 A-Level School Social Work Licensure program is designed to help you build
on your foundation and become licensed to practice in school settings. Gain specialized
training to support students, collaborate with educators and make a lasting impact
in K鈥�12 communities.
Master of Social Work
Don鈥檛 have your MSW yet?
麻豆社区 Pembroke offers a flexible, CSWE-accredited Master of Social Work program that
prepares you for licensure and positions you for leadership in the field. Whether
you're just starting out or shifting careers, our program combines academic rigor
with real-world experience, helping you build the skills and confidence to serve diverse
communities and drive meaningful change.
Beyond Graduation
The highlight of my BraveNation experience was being able to do a simulation alongside nursing students during my 2nd year of my master's program. This experience gave us all the opportunity to dive deeper into the struggles that marginalized, underserved and low-income populations endure day to day. From struggling to find transportation or food to being on the verge of eviction, the stress they face is unimaginable. It deepened my passion for social work and made me even more excited to be in the field working to impact lives.
Elayna Locklear
Social WorkCommon Careers
Adding school social work licensure to your MSW expands your impact and career possibilities. This specialized credential equips you with the skills to support students, families, and school communities 鈥� opening doors to roles in K鈥�12 education and beyond.
- Public school social work
- Behavioral and academic support teams
- Family engagement coordination
- Youth mental health support
- Community partnership roles
- Advocacy and education policy work
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