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MSW/MPH Student Handbook

Fall 2013

University of California, Berkeley Berkeley, California 94720

UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, BERKELEY

BERKELEY DAVIS IRVINE LOS ANGELES MERCED RIVERSIDE SAN DIEGO SAN FRANCISCO

SANTA BARBARA SANTA CRUZ

SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH 50 UNIVERSITY HALL BERKELEY, CALIFORNIA 94720-7360 (510) 643-0881 (510) 643-4404 (FAX)

SCHOOL OF SOCIAL WELFARE 120 HAVILAND HALL BERKELEY, CALIFORNIA 94720-7400 (510) 642-4341 (510) 643-6126 (FAX)

Dear Current and Prospective MSW/MPH Students: On behalf of the MSW/MPH Dual and Concurrent Degrees Committee, we are pleased to provide this MSW/MPH Student Handbook to help you navigate your graduate studies at Berkeley. The Schools of Social Welfare and Public Health offer the MSW/MPH dual and concurrent degree program options in an effort to keep pace with the changing needs of professionals who want to pursue the two degrees simultaneously. Both schools are highly recognized for academic and research stature in their respective fields. The University of California, Berkeley is cited as a leader among public research universities. Integral to the Berkeley campus, the Schools of Social Welfare and Public Health offer a world-renowned faculty, extraordinary re-search opportunities, and unique intellectual and cultural stimulation. Adding to the attraction of the Berkeley campus is the diversity of its students, the location of the campus in the San Francisco Bay Area, and the richness of professional opportunities for individuals interested in combining a career in social work and public health. This MSW/MPH Student Handbook is meant to serve as a guide for both Dual Degree and Concurrent Degree students. It is your major resource and reference guide to the MSW/MPH Program, regardless of which degree option you are pursuing. It covers essential information about School of Social Welfare and School of Public Health operations; the MSW and MPH programs, curricula, and degree requirements; student expectations; educational and professional standards; and the valuable resources available to help graduate students succeed at Berkeley. Please let us know how we may be of assistance as you embark upon this exciting professional journey! The MSW/MPH Dual and Concurrent Degrees Committee Fall 2013

University of California, Berkeley School of Social Welfare School of Public Health

MSW/MPH STUDENT HANDBOOK Table of Contents

Welcome and Introduction ............................................................................................................. 5 About This Handbook ..................................................................................................................... 6 Directory of Program Contacts ....................................................................................................... 7 Guiding Principles for MSW/MPH Concurrent and Dual Degrees .................................................. 8 MSW/MPH Degree Options At-A-Glance ....................................................................................... 9 The MSW/MPH Concurrent Degree Program ....................................................................... 11

Overview of Degree Requirements ........................................................................................ 12 Summary of MSW/MPH Concurrent Degree .................................................................... 12 The Required MSW/MPH Integrative Seminar ................................................................. 13 Field Education/Internship ............................................................................................... 14 Final Research Project/Comprehensive Exam Requirement and Options ....................... 14 Courses & Course Scheduling ........................................................................................... 16 Special Recommendation Regarding the Epidemiology Requirement ............................. 16 Course Substitutions ......................................................................................................... 17 Electives ............................................................................................................................ 18

Sample Curriculum Guides ...................................................................................................... 19 The MSW/MPH Dual Degree Program .................................................................................. 23

Admission to the Dual Degree program ................................................................................. 24 The MSW/MPH Dual Degree Course of Study ........................................................................ 24 Overview of Degree Requirements ........................................................................................ 25 Navigating the MSW/MPH Dual Degree ................................................................................. 26

Welcome and Introduction Welcome to the University of California, Berkeley, the School of Social Welfare, and the School of Public Health! You are joining a select group of students and alumni who recognize the interconnectedness of the fields of Social Welfare and Public Health. We welcome you and look forward to working with you over the course of your graduate studies at Berkeley. The major characteristic of public health social work is the combination of an epidemiological approach from Public Health and a bio-psychosocial approach from Social Work. The combined interventions focus on population groups within the context of community. Public Health Social Workers practice in a range of settings and with a broad level of interventions. We look forward to exploring with you where you fit in this exciting profession. The fields of public health and social welfare have areas of common interest. Both are concerned with prevention and both focus on vulnerable population groups. Historically, each field has been characterized by a community perspective and by advocacy for the underserved. Community needs assessment and planning, community organization, and client/consumer education are interventions utilized in both fields. Both public health and social welfare require skills in administration, program planning and evaluation, consultation, training, and direct clinical practice. Public Health and Social Work have a long, though somewhat informal history of working together. While the two disciplines have worked cooperatively for well over a hundred years, the formal and combined training is relatively new. The first combined MSW/MPH degree programs began in the 1980s. There are now more than 20 such programs throughout the country, each slightly different in its focus and opportunities. The Schools of Social Welfare and Public Health inaugurated an MSW/MPH Dual Degree program in 1982 in an effort to keep pace with the changing needs of professionals who want to pursue the two degrees simultaneously. This option allows students in either the School of Social Welfare or the School

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of Public Health to continue their studies by adding the second discipline after they have been admitted to and begun studies in the first. Students for the Dual Degree may combine any Public Health and any Social Welfare specializations. They complete all of the requirements for each degree separately. Since its beginning, there have been over 150 graduates of this program. The MSW/MPH Concurrent Degree program was established in 2007. Through cooperative review of applications and coordinated management of the program, students integrate the two disciplines from the very beginning of their graduate education. This includes both the academic program and the fieldwork experiences. The first cohort of Concurrent Degree students graduated in Spring 2010. Integral to the Berkeley campus, the Schools of Social Welfare and Public Health offer a world-renowned faculty, extraordinary research opportunities, and unique intellectual and cultural stimulation. Both schools are highly recognized for academic and research stature in their respective fields. Adding to the attraction of the Berkeley campus is the diversity of its students, the location of the campus in the San Francisco Bay Area, and the richness of professional opportunities for individuals interested in combining a career in social work and public health.

About This Handbook This MSW/MPH Student Handbook is meant to serve as a guide for both prospective applicants to and current students in the MSW/MPH Dual Degree and Concurrent Degree Programs. It covers essential information about School of Social Welfare and School of Public Health operations; the MSW and MPH programs, curricula, and degree requirements; student expectations; educational and professional standards; and the valuable resources available to help graduate students succeed at Berkeley. The Student Handbook is your major resource and reference guide to the MSW/MPH Program, regardless of which degree option (Dual or Concurrent) you are pursuing. The admissions process and degree requirements are different, depending on which program option you wish to pursue. All students, faculty and staff should be familiar with School and university policies, procedures, and information resources outlined in this handbook. Note that this handbook should be used in conjunction with additional handbooks and program information materials provided by the Schools of Public Health and Social Welfare. It is not intended to replace those, but to provide supplemental information. Please also note that information is subject to change at any time; the most current version of this handbook is always available on the School of Social Welfare web site (socialwelfare.berkeley.edu).

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Directory of Program Contacts MSW/MPH Dual and Concurrent Degrees Committee Kurt Organista, PhD Social Welfare [email protected] Andrea DuBrow, MSW, MPH Social Welfare [email protected] Greg Merrill, MSW, LCSW Social Welfare [email protected] Cheri Pies, MSW, DrPH Public Health [email protected] Emily Ozer, PhD Public Health [email protected] School of Social Welfare 120 Haviland Hall, #7400 Berkeley, CA 94720-7400 (510) 642-4341 http://socialwelfare.berkeley.edu

Social Welfare Library (510) 642-4432 227 Haviland Hall http://www.lib.berkeley.edu/SOCW/ Joshua Dullaghan (510) 642-4406 Graduate Advisor for Admissions, Academic Advancement, [email protected] and Student Funding

Emerald Templeton (510) 642-9043 Career and Professional Development Services Advisor [email protected]

Greg Merrill, MSW, LCSW (510) 64-6397 Director of Field Education [email protected]

Robert Teague, MSSW Academic Coordinator and (510) 642-8535 Director, Admissions & Student Affairs [email protected] School of Public Health 50 University Hall, #7360 Berkeley, CA 94720-7360 (510) 643-0881 http://sph.berkeley.edu

Sheldon Margen Public Health Library (510) 642-2511 1 University Hall http://www.lib.berkeley.edu/PUBL/index.html

Kate Jerman (510) 643-4991 Maternal & Child Health Student Services [email protected]

Carol Hui (510) 666-3734 Public Health Nutrition Student Services [email protected]

Donna Minor (510) 642-8626 Health & Social Behavior Student Services [email protected]

Cheri Pies, MSW, DrPH (510) 643-1250 MSW/MPH Degree Programs Advisor [email protected]

Andrea Rex (510) 643-8452 Admissions & Student Services Director [email protected]


mailto:[email protected]





http://socialwelfare.berkeley.edu/

http://www.lib.berkeley.edu/SOCW/





http://sph.berkeley.edu/

http://www.lib.berkeley.edu/PUBL/index.html






Guiding Principles for MSW/MPH Concurrent and Dual Degrees

The MSW/MPH Dual Degree and Concurrent Degree programs are collaborative efforts between the School of Social Welfare and the School of Public Health. Both Schools are regulated by their accrediting agencies (the Association of Schools of Public Health – ASPH; and the Council on Social Work Education - CSWE). In addition, the Graduate Division of the University of California maintains the authority to grant the MPH and MSW degrees. As such, all three of these entities are involved in the approval and oversight of MSW/MPH Combined Degree programs. The faculties of both schools work in concert with these bodies as well as closely with each other. The overall aim of the MSW/MPH Concurrent and Dual Degree programs is to satisfy the discipline and learning requirements of each professional association and school in a manner which avoids unnecessary duplication. To accomplish this, each combined degree student works closely with advisors and staff in both schools to coordinate and integrate the two academic programs, including field education/internship components and final degree requirements. Additional consultation is available to students and faculty advisors from members of the MSW/MPH Dual and Concurrent Degrees Committee, and student services staff in both Schools. The objectives of both program options are to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to promote health, prevent disease, and enhance the delivery of health and social services in the community. Students will build interdisciplinary skills and an interdisciplinary professional identity by developing an understanding of the breadth of each field and their interface, while permitting concentration in particular specialization areas. Both program options prepare graduates for work in a variety of interdisciplinary settings, and for some, may provide a basis for future doctoral study. While curriculum sequencing and navigation for both programs is intended to be smooth regardless of which option a student chooses, both the Dual and Concurrent Degree programs require advanced planning, independent exploration, and patience. To avoid conflicts in course scheduling, students need to actively seek alternatives that facilitate integration, and outline a proposed curriculum upon acceptance. An underlying principle in curriculum planning and integration is that emphasis should be placed on meeting course requirements in each school, utilizing substitutions where appropriate and strategically using electives. Advising sessions are regularly held after admission to assist students in developing a combined curriculum that meets the academic requirements of the two schools, and faculty advisors are readily available for ongoing individual assistance. With prior approval some courses from one program may count towards requirements in another. Students may only use course units towards one degree; however, course content may be counted in both schools to meet program requirements. The MSW/MPH Dual and Concurrent Degrees Committee provides oversight of and management for both combined degree program options. This Committee is comprised of faculty and staff members from each school and also includes MSW/MPH student representation. Responsibility for chairing the Dual and Concurrent Degrees Committee normally rotates between the schools every two years. A primary function of the Committee is to provide pre-application advising and consultation to enrolled students and their faculty advisors.


MSW/MPH Degree Options At-A-Glance Interdisciplinary preparation in the fields of public health and social welfare leads to the Masters of Social Welfare (MSW) and Masters of Public Health (MPH) degrees. Students are guided throughout their graduate studies by advisors from both Schools.

CONCURRENT DEGREE DUAL DEGREE

Application & Admission

One online application for both Schools through the Graduate Division Admissions

office.

• Apply for admission to either Social Welfare or Public Health

• Apply to second school during Fall semester of 1st year of graduate study

Total Units Required

29 Social Welfare Academic Units. 19 Social Welfare Field Education Units.

42 Public Health Units. Concurrent degree students may double

count (also called “shared units”) 20-25% of the units between the two degrees.

29 Social Welfare Academic Units. 19 Social Welfare Field Education Units.

48 Public Health Units. Dual degree students may not double-

count/share units between degrees.

Total Time-to-Degree

3 years (Additional summer highly recommended) 3 years, one summer inclusive

Curriculum Integrated curriculum from 1st semester 1st year: Social Welfare or Public Health foundation/core courses 2nd & 3rd years: coursework for both degrees

Concentration &

Specialization Choices

MSW: Direct Practice in Health Management & Planning MPH: Health & Social Behavior

Maternal & Child Health Public Health Nutrition

MSW: Selection of any of the MSW Concentrations

MPH*: Health & Social Behavior Health Policy & Management

Interdisciplinary MPH Maternal & Child Health Public Health Nutrition *Beginning Fall 2014, neither Epidemiology nor Biostatistics options are available for Dual Degree.

Field Practicum/ Internship

• Integrated field/internship placement developed collaboratively between Social Welfare & Public Health

• 140 days divided between two placements, generally done in 2nd & 3rd years of program

• Available option of a 3rd placement in summer between 2nd & 3rd years

• 140 days total

• 2 or 3 different field placements, depending on specialization areas

• One summer (10-12 weeks) field internship placement, typically completed in summer between 2nd & 3rd years

Integrative Seminar Required each fall; optional in spring Recommended, but not required

Final Degree Requirements One integrated final project Final Social Welfare Research project

+ Public Health comprehensive exam Professional

Degree Supplemental

Tuition (PDST)

Both Schools charge PDST, and concurrent and dual degree students pay higher of the two. See Registrar’s Office Fee Schedule for current amounts:

http://registrar.berkeley.edu/current_students/registration_enrollment/feesched.html


http://registrar.berkeley.edu/current_students/registration_enrollment/feesched.html

MSW/MPH Concurrent Degree


Overview of Degree Requirements To complete the MSW/MPH Concurrent degree program and receive the two degrees, a student must complete:

• A minimum of 29 academic units & 19 field education units for the MSW for a total of 48 units. • A minimum of 42 units must be completed for the MPH.

In the Concurrent degree program, between 20-25% of units can be “shared units.” This means that some units that are used for one degree (e.g., MSW) can be counted for the other degree (e.g., MPH) and vice versa. This rule only applies to units OTHER than core required courses. In the Concurrent Degree program, “shared” units are most frequently between the research, field education, and elective unit requirements, up to the allowable limit.

The minimum enrollment requirement is 12 units each semester. Please be aware that MSW/MPH concurrent degree students have regularly exceeded the minimum unit requirements, and have enrolled in excess of 12 units per semester.

Summary of Requirements for the MSW/MPH Concurrent Degree

Both Schools INTEGRATIVE SEMINAR .................................................................................................................................................................. 3 units The 1-unit PH 298.68 or SW 298.68 seminar is required each fall semester; optional in spring semesters ELECTIVE UNITS ................................................................................................................................................................................... 8 units FIELD EDUCATION/INTERNSHIP ............................................................................................................................................ 20 units FINAL RESEARCH PROJECT ..................................................................................................................................................... 4-6 units HSB students take SW 282A&B-Seminar in Social Welfare Research MCH students take PH 293.6-Practical Issues in MCH Data Analysis PHN students take SW 282A&B-Seminar in Social Welfare Research AND PH 298.56-Capstone Course in Public Health Nutrition

Social Welfare Foundation Curriculum – All Students: SW 200 Human Behavior & the Social Environment (HBSE) 2 units SW 220 Introduction to Social Welfare Policy 2 units SW 240 Introduction to Social Welfare & the Profession of Social Work 2 units SW 241 Foundations of Social Work Practice 3 units SW 400 Introductory Practicum 1 unit SW 400B Integrative Field Seminar 1 unit SW 401 Field Practicum – Foundation Year – Fall Semester 2 units SW 401 Field Practicum – Foundation Year – Spring Semester 3 units

Advanced (Concentration) Curriculum – Health Students: SW 205* Psychosocial Problems & Psychopathology 2 units SW 238C Health Policy: A Social Welfare Perspective (or approved Public Health alternative) 2 units SW 245 Direct Practice in Health Settings 2 units SW 401 Field Practicum – Advanced Year – Fall Semester 6 units SW 401 Field Practicum – Advanced Year – Spring Semester 6 units

Advanced (Concentration) Curriculum – Management and Planning (MAP) Students: SW 210I Group, Organizational & Community Dynamics 2 units SW 251 Community Practice (or PH 205, Program Planning, Development & Evaluation) 2 units SW 252 Management Practice 2 units SW 254 Policy Practice 2 units SW 401 Field Practicum – Advanced Year – Fall Semester 6 units SW 401 Field Practicum – Advanced Year – Spring Semester 6 units *SW 205 will be optional for students admitted in Fall 2014 and beyond.


Public Health School of Public Health Required Courses – All Students: PH 142 Introduction to Probability & Statistics in Biology & Public Health (or approved stats alternative) 4 units PH 200C1 Health Policy and Management Breadth Course 2 units PH 200C2 Environmental Health Sciences Breadth Course 2 units PH 200C3 Health and Social Behavior Breadth Course (Required for MCH & PHN students) 2 units PH 250A Epidemiologic Methods I 3 units PH 297 Field Study in Public Health 3 units

Specialization Curriculum – Health & Social Behavior (HSB) Students: PH 203A Theories of Health & Social Behavior 3 units PH 205 Program Planning, Development & Evaluation 3 units PH 218B Evaluation of Health & Social Programs 3 units PH 292.1 Introduction to Health & Social Behavior Seminar 1 unit One Course in Research Methods: PH 219C, PH 219D, PH 219E, PH 255, or other approved RM course 2-5 units

Specialization Curriculum – Maternal & Child Health (MCH) Students: PH 210 Maternal & Child Health Core Course 3 units PH 293.6 Journal Club 2 units PH 290.5 MCH Leadership Course 1 unit PH 293.7 MCH Research Issues Seminar 2 units One Course in Methods of Measurement and Analysis: PH 245, PH 231A, or PH 241 3-4 units One Course in Applied Programmatic Skills: PH 205, 210D, 210C, or PH 218B 2-3 units

Specialization Curriculum – Public Health Nutrition (PHN) Students: PH 205 Program Planning, Development & Evaluation 3 units PH 206 Critical Issues in Public Health Nutrition 2 units PH 206A Nutritional Status, Physical Activity, and Chronic Disease 3 units PH 206B Food & Nutrition Policies and Programs 2 units PH 206C Nutritional Epidemiology 3 units PH 207A Public Health Aspects of Maternal and Child Nutrition 2-3 units PH 218B Evaluation of Health and Social Programs 3 units PH 298.56 Capstone Course in Public Health Nutrition 2 units

The Required MSW/MPH Integrative Seminar The Seminar focuses on the relationship between and integration of Public Health and Social Welfare for students who are currently enrolled in a joint MSW/MPH degree program. Students and faculty advisors together create a learning community where students explore ideas and assumptions about the fields of social work and public health, and share personal and professional experiences relevant to these fields of study. The format includes readings, presentations, guest speakers and case studies that explore the professions and the integration between the two fields. Topics include prevention, population health, and the range of interventions on individual and population levels. The seminar is designed to be interactive, with significant group discussion, community building, coaching, peer-based learning, and problem solving. Students may register for the required Integrative Seminar course in either school – SOC WEL 298.68, or PB HLTH 298.68. MSW/MPH Concurrent Degree students are required to enroll in the 1-unit Integrative Seminar in the fall semester each year. The Integrative Seminar is optional in the spring semester of each year.


Field Education/Internship The Public Health practice internship requirement is a full-time (480 hours, or 60 days) placement, usually completed over the summer between the first and second year. The Social Welfare field education requirement is 56 days in a foundation placement (usually in the first year), and 90 days in an advanced placement. With approval of faculty in both schools, an integrated placement may be developed in collaboration between Social Welfare and the Public Health Center for Community Practice. The minimum requirement for an integrated placement is a combined 140 days and 15 units. IMPORTANT NOTE ABOUT FIELD PLACEMENT AND CLASS SCHEDULING: Concurrent MPH/MSW students begin their social work field placement in the fall of their second year. When planning your schedule, please be aware that you will have field placement for 2-3 days a week for the last two years of your program. As a result, there will be certain classes—particularly in the School of Public Health--that you will be unable to take due to your field placement schedule. It is recommended to take these courses in the first year of the concurrent program, if possible.) Some students may choose an option of doing a third placement in the summer between their second and third years. Although it may be possible to combine public health and social welfare field placements, most students in the concurrent degree program have preferred to take advantage of the separate summer public health practice internship placement. Concurrent degree students have also “stretched” their Advanced MSW field placement into the summer prior to their final year to alleviate the amount of time spent at the field placement during the fall and spring semester. Students can explore this option with their Field Consultant and MSW Graduate Student Advisor.

Final Research Project/Comprehensive Exam Requirement and Options Each school has a final project/comprehensive exam requirement. Concurrent Degree students may choose to develop these into a single integrated project, provided the student’s chosen topic has broad relevance to both public health and social welfare. If developing an integrated project, the student must work closely with their advisors in each school to create a final project or thesis that meets the educational needs of both programs. It is essential that students begin planning this with their advisors as soon as possible during the second year of the program. The final project will be completed during the third year, and faculty members from both schools will be involved in the development and evaluation of the research project.

Health And Social Behavior Students: HSB students enroll in SOC WEL 282A-B, Seminar in Social Work Research, in the fall and spring semesters of the third year. This course sequence will also satisfy the research methods course requirement for MSW/MPH-HSB students. Options for HSB students to complete the final project/comprehensive exam requirement are:

1. Comprehensive Examination: The comp exam is designed to provide students with an opportunity to synthesize and apply their academic and professional knowledge gained through the program. Students who choose this option will develop and submit an original program plan and evaluation proposal for a community- based intervention to address a significant problem area in health and social behavior. Students will implement a portion of their evaluation plan and write up the findings within the context of the SOC WEL 282A-B research seminar. Students are allowed to choose a problem or population in which they have field experience, as long as they choose an aspect of a problem or population which expands their


knowledge base. The chosen topic must also be relevant to both fields and, in particular for public health, is related to problem or disease prevention or health promotion. For this option, topic approval is granted by the student’s SOC WEL 282A-B research seminar instructor and by Public Health faculty advisor Cheri Pies.

2. Master’s Thesis: HSB students who choose this option will write a formal master’s thesis in accordance with university guidelines. The student’s thesis committee must be comprised of one Public Health and one Social Welfare reader. The thesis must address a population or problem relevant to both disciplines, and also must include clear discussion of the implication of findings for both professions. Students choosing to complete a master’s thesis generally need more advanced research and statistical analysis experience than the standard HSB and social work curricula provide, either from prior experience, by selecting advanced coursework in methodologies appropriate to their project, or arranging for statistical consultation from one of their readers or another appropriate source. The primary readers may provide independent study units for students completing their theses. It is strongly recommended that students choosing the thesis option identify their topic and assemble their committee in the spring prior to their final year, in consultation with Public Health faculty advisor Cheri Pies.

3. Publishable-quality Research Paper: HSB students may choose to conduct original research and present it in the form of a publishable-quality research paper. This option may work best for students with previous research project experience as a GSR, or who can access a large secondary data set appropriate to their research question. The same guidelines described above for the master’s thesis apply, except the suggested length of the paper is 18-22 pages plus references. Students who choose this option must identify a reader in both Schools, and also make arrangements for more advanced research or statistical support as needed. The primary readers must be approved by the student’s SOC WEL 282A-B research seminar instructor and by Public Health faculty advisor Cheri Pies.

Maternal And Child Health Students: MCH students enroll in PB HLTH293:7, MCH Research Issues, in the fall; and PB HLTH 293:6, Practical Issues in MCH Data Analysis, in the spring, of the third year. MCH students complete a thesis-type research project on a topic chosen in consultation with Public Health faculty advisor Cheri Pies. The project requirements include identifying a quantitative dataset, identifying a research question, and conducting an analysis of the data to answer the research question. Students submit a paper and present their project orally. This is the only option for MCH students to complete the comprehensive exam requirement for MCH. Descriptive studies, such as a needs assessment, are not allowed – the topic chosen must provide an opportunity to exercise analytic skills to the extent necessary for the MPH degree. MCH students are required to assemble a thesis committee with three members, similar to the thesis option described for HSB students above.


Public Health Nutrition Students: PHN students enroll in SOC WEL 282A&B, Seminar in Social Welfare Research, in the fall and spring of the third year; and PB HLTH 298.56, Capstone Course in Public Health Nutrition, in spring. Students develop an integrated research project related to issues of Social Welfare and Public Health Nutrition that includes some public health content (especially epidemiology and policy implications). This research project serves as content for Paper Option A for PB HLTH 298.56:

Paper Option A: An article describing the results of original research (from primary data collection or secondary data analysis) conducted by the student.

The efforts culminate in a final presentation within SOC WEL 282B and a final paper & presentation for PB HLTH 298.6. Courses and Course Scheduling Advance planning, independent exploration, and patience are the keys to successfully navigating the dual degree option. Getting two graduate degrees at Berkeley is a rigorous commitment, and requires some creative planning and scheduling. To avoid conflicts in course scheduling, students need to actively seek alternatives that facilitate integration, and outline a proposed curriculum upon acceptance. Curricula in the schools of Social Welfare and Public Health evolve frequently to reflect changing needs in the field and the requirements of various accrediting bodies. Program requirements and course offerings may change from year to year. Certain course requirements may be also changed based on demand or availability.

Students are responsible for ensuring they are enrolled correctly (appropriate course(s) and course section(s), correct number of units, etc.) and that they are completing semester by semester the courses needed for normal progress towards the degree. Students should work closely with faculty and staff advisors to assure that all requirements (or alternatives) are met. PUBLIC HEALTH 200C1 and 200C2: Beginning in Fall 2011, these two required courses will be offered as half-semester courses. PUB HLTH 200C1-Intro to Health Policy and Management will be taught during the first half of the semester, and PUB HLTH 200C2-Intro to Environmental Health Sciences will be taught during the second half, thus taking up the same continuous time slot through the full semester. Special Recommendation Regarding the Epidemiology Requirement Students completing the MPH degree at Berkeley are REQUIRED to take both PH 142-Introduction to Probability and Statistics in Biology and Public Health, and PH250A-Epidemiologic Methods I. It is highly recommended that students enroll in one or both of these courses in the summer before their first year, or the summer between the 1st and 2nd years. Taking at least one of these required courses in the summer as recommended helps to reduce the heavy unit load in a long-term session (fall and spring) and allows for more schedule flexibility.


Approved Core Course Substitutions SOCIAL WELFARE Can

substitute for PUBLIC HEALTH

Course # Units Course # Units

SOC WEL 200-Human Behavior & the Social Environment

2

PB HLTH 203A-Theories of Health

and Social Behavior OR

PB HLTH 210 MCH Core Course + PB HLTH 200C Breadth Course in

HSB

3

3, 3

SOC WEL 238C-Health Policy: A Social Welfare Perspective

2

PB HLTH 200C1 Health Policy and Management Breadth Course

2

SOC WEL 251-Community Practice

2

PB HLTH 205-Program Planning, Development & Evaluation

3

SOC WEL 275-Diversity-Senstive & Competent Social Work or approved

equivalent

2

PB HLTH 204F-Culture, Public health practice, & Eliminating Health

Disparities

3

SOC WEL 298.68-Group Study for Graduate Students (MSW/MPH

Integrative Seminar)

2

PB HLTH 298.68-Group Study for Graduate Students (MSW/MPH

Integrative Seminar)

2

SOC WEL 400-Introductory

Practicum for Direct Practice in Health Services

1

PB HLTH 291A-Preparation for Public Health Practice

1


Electives The minimum unit requirement for elective courses is 8 units. Special considerations to take into account when selecting elective courses include:

• Once all required courses have been completed, additional elective units are taken to ensure that the required number of units needed to graduate in each school has successfully been met.

• At least one elective course must be taken from both Public Health and Social Welfare.

• It is recommended that students take approved electives in Public Health if the courses meet their learning needs and interests. Concurrent Degree students typically need more Public Health units to complete the program, so it is helpful to complete Public Health elective units when possible.

• Students should consult with their faculty advisors before each semester pre-registration period to review the following lists and select appropriate elective courses. Some electives may vary from semester to semester are not always offered. Students should consult with faculty advisors as well as current students to learn about popular electives.

Many other relevant elective choices may be offered by both schools, as well as in other university departments. This includes courses that may also satisfy the Social Welfare diversity requirement. Electives Not Listed Students are encouraged to explore alternative elective choices that may fit their individual learning interests and scheduling priorities. Students who wish to take elective courses that are not listed above, or are offered in other departments, should consult first with their faculty advisors, and then see appropriate graduate student services staff in Social Welfare and Public Health to document approval that the elective may be counted towards the degree. For contact information, see page 7. Sample Curriculum Guide: MSW/MPH Concurrent Degree

A sample curriculum guide for each MSW/MPH Concurrent Degree program options appear on the following page. Follow the columns for both your MPH and MSW degree concentration to determine the suggest sequence of required courses for each term.


YEAR 1

MPH-HSB MPH-PHN MPH-MCH MSW-HLTH MSW-MAP YEAR 1

SUMMER PH 142: Introduction to Probability & Statistics in Biology & PH - 4 units*

PH 250A: Epidemiologic Methods - 3 units* MPH-HSB MPH-PHN MPH-MCH MSW-HLTH MSW-MAP

YEAR 1 FALL

PH 142: Introduction to Probability & Statistics in Biology & PH - 4 units* PH 250A: Epidemiologic Methods - 3 units*

PH 200C1: Health Policy & Management Breadth Course - 2 units PH 200C2: Environmental Health Sciences Breadth Course - 2 units

PH 203A: Theories of Health and Social Behavior - 3 units

PH 206: Public Health Nutrition Critical Issues -

2 units

PH 210: Maternal Child Health Core Course - 3

units

SW 220: Introduction to Social Welfare Policy - 2 units

PH 292.1 Introduction to Health and Social

Behavior Seminar - 1 unit

PH 206A Nutritional Status, Physical Activity, and Chronic Disease - 3

units

PH 293.6: Journal Club - 2 units

PH or SW 298.68 Group Study (MSW/MPH Integrative Seminar) - 1 unit MPH-HSB MPH-PHN MPH-MCH MSW-HLTH MSW-MAP

YEAR 1 SPRING

PH 200C3: Health and Social Behavior Breadth Course -2 units

PH 205: Program Planning, Development, and Evaluation- 3 units

PH 218B: Evaluation of Health and Social Programs - 3 units (May also be taken in final year.)

PH 206B: Food and Nutrition Policies and Programs - 3 units**

PH 290.5 MCH Leadership Course - 1 unit

PH 207A: Public health Aspects of Maternal & Child Nutrition - 2-3

units

Elective Course(s) - 8 elective units in total must be taken. At least one course must be taken from each school. PH or SW 298.68 Group Study (MSW/MPH Integrative Seminar) - 1 unit (Optional)

* PH 142 & PH 250A may be taken in the preceding summer. These requirements may also be fulfilled by passing an execmption exam or by completing an SPH-approved higher-level alternative course (see SPH Student Handbook for a complete list of approved alternatives.)

**This class is offered only every other spring. If it is not offered in your first Spring semester, then you will take it in either your 2nd year Spring semester.


YEAR 2

MPH-HSB MPH-PHN MPH-MCH MSW-HLTH MSW-MAP

YEAR 2 SUMMER

PH Practice Internship


YEAR 2 FALL

PH 297: Field Study in Public Health - 3 units SW 200: Human Behavior & the Social Environment -2 units*

SW 240: Introduction to Social Welfare & the Profession of Social Work - 2 units

SW 241: Foundations of Social Work Practice - 3 units SW 400: Introductory Practicum - 1 unit SW 401: Field Practicum - Foundation Year - 2 units

SW 205: Psychosocial Problems & Psychopathology - 2 units **

SW 251: Community Practice - 2 units***


YEAR 2 SPRING

SW 238C: Health Policy, A Social Welfare Perspective

- 2 units***

SW 210I: Group, Organizational, and

Community Dynamics - 2 units

SW 245: Direct Practice in Health Settings - 2 units

SW 400B:Integrative Field Seminar - 1 unit SW 401: Field Practicum - Foundation Year - 3 units


*Students who have taken both PH 210 & 200C3 OR PH 203A have the option of waiving SW 200. Students who wish to exercise this waiver must notify the SW Graduate Advisor and will be expected to take an additional 2 unit SW elective.

** Students admitted Fall 2014 and after have the option of taking this course though it is HIGHLY recommended. *** Students who have taken PH 205 have the option of waiving SW 251. Students who wish to exercise this waiver must notify the SW Graduate Advisor and will be expected to take an additional 2 unit SW elective.


YEAR 3


YEAR 3 SUMMER

SW 401: Field Practicum - Advanced Year - 3 units* (Optional)


YEAR 3 FALL

Research Methods Course**

PH 206C: Nutritional Epidemiology - 3 units

PH 293.7: MCH Research Issues Seminar - 2 units

SW 252: Management Practice - 2 units

Methods of Measurement and Analysis Course**

SW 254: Policy Practice - 2 units

Applied Programmatic Skills Course**

SW 282A: Seminar is Social Welfare Research - 2 units***

SW 401: Field Practicum - Advanced Year - 6 units* Elective Course(s) - 8 elective units in total must be taken. At least one course must be taken from each school.


YEAR 3 SPRING

Methods of Measurement and Analysis Course**

SW 282B: Seminar is Social Welfare Research - 2 units***

Research Methods Course**

PH 298.56 Capstone Course in Public Health

Nutrition - 2 units

Applied Programmatic Skills Course**

SW 401: Field Practicum - Advanced Year - 6 units*


*Students may consider starting the second-year Advanced Field Placement option during the summer between their second and third year to offset the time spent at field placement during their final year. Students should consult their field consultant and the Graduate Student Instructor. A total of 12 units must be earned during the Advanced Field Placement.

**Course has multiple options that may be taken in Fall or Spring. Only one course required. Consult with SPH for options. ***MCH students do not take SW 282A-B.


MSW/MPH Dual Degree


The MSW/MPH Dual Degree Program

Admission to the MSW/MPH Dual Degree Program The MSW/MPH Dual Degree Program is a collaborative effort between the School of Social Welfare and the School of Public Health. Students apply to the dual degree program after being accepted to Berkeley for graduate study and enrolling in one of the schools. Applicants cannot apply to both schools simultaneously for the dual degree option.

In the fall semester of their initial year of graduate study, students wishing to add the additional MSW or MPH degree apply to the second school for dual enrollment beginning the following fall. (Students who have already earned an MSW or MPH would not apply to the dual degree program.) Because of the sequencing of courses, applications for admission to the MSW/MPH Dual Degree program are accepted for the fall semester only. MSW/MPH Dual Degree applicants have already met the Graduate Division requirements and those of the school in which they are enrolled; they also must meet the admission requirements of the second school. Application to the Dual Degree program is highly competitive, and current students in either School are not guaranteed admission. Students considering application to the dual degree program in social work and public health should have a quantitative GRE score in the 50th percentile or better.

To promote integration of their studies, applicants are encouraged to take at least one course in the other school during their first year on campus. Students are expected to meet the prerequisites for the area to which they apply and will be competing with the larger pool of applicants to that School.

Prospective applicants to the MSW/MPH Dual Degree Program are encouraged to obtain information from both schools prior to submitting their initial application. An informational session is held at the beginning of each fall semester. Consult graduate admissions and student services staff in either school for more information about applying for the MSW/MPH Dual Degree option. MSW/MPH Dual Degree Course of Study The dual degree program is suitable for those students preparing for careers that span both social welfare and public health. The program integrates content from the School of Public Health and the School of Social Welfare through courses, academic advising, and jointly planned field work. Students are required to meet the requirements of both degrees, and are generally able to do so in three academic years and a summer.

Depending on individual professional objectives, students select specializations or areas of concentration as part of the application process. A distinctive feature of the UC Berkeley program is its flexibility, which allows students to tailor their academic interests from various specializations in either school. In Social Welfare students specialize in Management and Planning, Gerontology, Health, Children and Families, or Community Mental Health. Within the School of Public Health, students may select one of eight areas of specialization; most frequently chosen are Health and Social Behavior, Health Policy and Management, Interdisciplinary, and Maternal and Child Health. Students applying to the dual degree by adding either the Public Health or Social Welfare major should select their concentration carefully and not anticipate changing once admitted.

The normal course of study for the dual degree takes three years, plus a full time summer field experience. The student’s actual program sequence is determined by the specializations chosen within


each school. Students meet the breadth requirements for public health as well as specific courses required in their area of specialization. They also meet the academic requirements of their selected concentration in social welfare. Field faculty in each school help plan and coordinate field practicum placements/internship practice experiences.

Students typically progress through the program of study in the following sequence:

First Year: Public Health or Social Welfare Summer: If student began in Public Health, Public Health Field Study. Second Year: Public Health and Social Welfare Summer: If student began in Social Welfare, Public Health Field Study. Third Year: Public Health and Social Welfare

Overview of Degree Requirements The MSW/MPH Dual Degree Program offers an enriched educational program involving sequenced course development, appropriate field education, supportive advising, and opportunities to build an interdisciplinary professional identity. The program also enables many students to complete the requirements for both degrees in less time than would normally be required for two separate degree programs. The particular requirements for the dual program vary according to the specializations selected. However, all MSW/MPH students must complete certain minimum course work and field education/internship requirements and a comprehensive examination or final project. It is important to note that Dual Degree students generally take extra units each semester in order to complete both degrees within three years plus one summer. Social Welfare A total of 29 Social Welfare academic and 19 Social Welfare field education units are required for the MSW. Students should consult the Curriculum Planning Guide specific to their concentration as outlined in the MSW Handbook. Public Health The MPH degree requires a minimum of 42 units of coursework, including field study, in two major areas – core requirements, and program requirements. Students should consult their area of concentration advisor for specific requirements. Final Project/Comprehensive Exam Requirement Students in the Dual Degree program must complete the final project/comprehensive exam requirement in both schools. This means Dual Degree students must successfully complete the Social Welfare research sequence with a final project, AND the School of Public Health comprehensive exam requirement for their chosen specialization area.


Navigating the MSW/MPH Dual Degree Advance planning, independent exploration, and patience are the keys to successfully navigating the dual degree option. Getting two graduate degrees at Berkeley is a rigorous commitment, and requires some creative planning and scheduling. To avoid conflicts in course scheduling, students need to actively seek alternatives that facilitate integration, and outline a proposed curriculum upon acceptance.

Below are some additional specific considerations for the MSW/MPH Dual Degree: If I already have my MSW degree do I still apply for the dual degree? No. Once a MSW degree has been conferred you would not be applying for the dual degree program but rather just to the School of Public Health for the MPH program. Students who have obtained a previous degree are not eligible for the one year Public Health concentrations. What are my chances of getting accepted to the Dual Degree Program? Since inception of the program, the number of applicants accepted has varied greatly. Students are encouraged to meet with their program advisors, talk with the Admissions office at each school, attend informational meetings, and seek input from current MSW/ MPH students. Admission to one school does not automatically guarantee admission to the other. How can I enhance my application to the Dual Degree Program? Students are encouraged to discuss their professional goals and application with their advisors and members of the MSW/MPH Dual Degree Committee. It is important to understand the core requirements for admission at each school. There may be circumstances in which students may choose to retake the GRE or enroll in a math/statistics course during the first year. The School of Public Health requires strong math/quantitative skills as part of evaluating candidates for admissions. Students considering the dual degree option should have a quantitative GRE score in the 50th percentile or better. Another strategy is to take a course in the school you are planning to apply to during your first or second semester and/or apply for a Graduate Student Research (GSR) position in that School. This will help students become more familiar with the curriculum and programs of that school, and offer an opportunity to get to know faculty who might be asked to write a letter of recommendation or be considering their application. If I don’t get into the dual degree the first year can I reapply the following year? Yes, students can resubmit an application and be evaluated again as part of the admissions process at either school the following year. Students are encouraged to gather feedback on their initial application and make efforts to address the requirements or competencies needed for reconsideration. Does it matter which school I apply to first? Each student must individually evaluate his or her best fit and starting point. Typically more students enroll in the School of Social Welfare first and then apply to the School of Public Health. Can I apply to any of the Public Health Programs during my first year in the Social Welfare Program? You can apply to the Health and Social Behavior and the Health Policy and Management Programs during your first or second year in the Social Welfare Program. However, you will only be considered for admission to the Maternal and Child Health or Interdisciplinary Program during your second year in the MSW Program.


Documents

MSW/MPH Student Handbook - Berkeley Social Welfaresocialwelfare.berkeley.edu/.../MSW-MPH-Handbook-2013.pdf · 2017-07-12 · The major characteristic of public health social work