A master's degree in social work with a specialization in Health & Wellness will prepare you to be a practitioner in a variety of traditional and medical-based sites, integrated health clinics and integrative wellness centers. Hospitals, federally qualified health centers (FQHC's), primary care clinics, dialysis centers, hospice and palliative care programs, long-term care centers, rehabilitation centers and wilderness/nature based programs are all typical environments where a social worker with this well-being focus would be a solid fit.<br><br>Their curriculum presents health and wellness from a social justice perspective, illuminating barriers to health equity and the social determinants of health while preparing social workers to impact health and well-being at micro, mezzo and macro levels. Youll learn a variety of culturally responsive practice skills, theories and evidence-based modalities to prepare for social work in comprehensive and specialized health care centers where whole-person care is provided across the lifespan. An interdisciplinary approach is the model used for care of individuals with an emphasis on new paradigms for exploring and understanding health, illness and wellness.<br><br>The Denver Campus Advanced-Standing MSW Program is for students who already have a CSWE-accredited bachelor's degree in social work. (If you dont have a bachelor's degree in social work, then the Denver Campus MSW Program is the program for you.) Full-time students attend classes during weekdays, while part-time students can take some evening and weekend classes. Field internships may require weekday hours, but if youre already employed, your current job may count toward your internship requirement.