Say hello to summer at The School of Social Work

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Say hello to sunshine in the Park Blocks, long summer evenings, and hundreds of classes designed with you in mind.

Say hello to Summer Term 2024 at PSU. It’s the perfect time to get ahead on your degree path — while staying connected online or on campus.

You’ll find flexible options that fit your summer schedule. You can take an entire year of language courses in one term. Complete a required class in only a few weeks. Or try something totally new.

We’ll still be here with all the academic support, advising and financial aid you need to succeed.

Attend Summer Term at PSU. Classes begin June 24.

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Our Child, Youth, and Family Studies program is offering seven classes fully online this summer! Here is the list:

  • CFS 312U - Families in Lifecourse Perspective
  • CFS 330U - American Family in Film & on TV
  • CFS 350U - Impact of DV on Children and Families
  • CFS 381U - Family, Stress, and Change
  • CFS 487 - Examining Bias and Belief
  • CFS 497/498 - Practicum I & II

There are also  several spaces available in many of the Master of Social Work electives being held this summer. Summer is a great time to take some electives to lessen the workload during the academic year. Here are a few the courses available:

  • SW 515: Motivational Interviewing (synchronous/online)
  • SW 571: Substance Use, Abuse, and Addiction
  • SW 584: Intimated Partner Violence
  • SW 585: Fund Development & Grant Writing
  • SW 525: Poverty, Policies & Programs
  • SW 563: Social Work with Children, Adolescents, and Families