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You'll have an opportunity to build a comprehensive knowledge and skills base for advanced practice in mental health for social work practice with people who have mental health problems in everyday settings.
The emphasis is on understanding the living experience of mental illness and treatments as a starting point for helping.
Career possibilities
Our programs prepare you for your first job and beyond. Here are some of the careers you could be on your way to:
- Disability advocate
- Disability support worker
Graduate salary
Social work (undergraduate)
$52K–$64K
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