Department of Teacher Education and Social Work
Admissions
You must be admitted to MGA to apply for all Teacher Education & Social Work programs.
Opportunity for Advanced MSW Standing
Though MGA does not currently offer a Master of Social Work (MSW) program, students who complete the MGA Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) program may have the opportunity to complete their MSW in a shorter time.
According to the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE), undergraduate students who complete a BSW program accredited by the CSWE may apply for what is known as an advanced-standing MSW. While a traditional MSW consists of around 2 years (60 hours) of full-time study, an advanced-standing program can be completed in as little as three semesters (30-34 hours).
To learn more, visit https://www.cswe.org/about-cswe/faqs/student-questions/ or contact Dr. Rebekah Hazlett-Knudsen at .
About the Department
Letter from the Department Chair
Welcome to the Department of Teacher Education and Social Work. I am delighted that you are considering a degree that will prepare you to be a changemaker. As you consider your educational options, I encourage you to explore programs within our department.
The Teacher Education programs offer options for teaching grades P-5 and 6-12.
As the Chair of the Department of Teacher Education and Social Work, I consider it a privilege to work alongside the faculty and staff in serving MGA students within each of our programs, as I recognize the positive impact that each has to offer. I invite you to join our community of change-makers. In the words of Nelson Mandela, “We can change the world and make it a better place. It is in your hands to make a difference.”
Sincerely,
Dr. Rhonda Amerson
Chair, Department of Teacher Education and Social Work
Mission Statement
We are committed to preparing adaptive professionals who are competent, accountable, reflective, and engaged with a focus on inclusion and social justice. We are dedicated to the development of each student through a vibrant experience-based curriculum.
Completion of the program ensures that candidates emerge as well-rounded professionals who understand the complexities of educating all students in Central Georgia as part of a rapidly changing global environment.
Conceptual Framework
The Department of Teacher Education and Social Work's philosophy consists of four essential elements that constitute a highly qualified, adaptive professional who will contribute to the field of education and affect the lives of children and communities in positive and meaningful ways.
Pre-service teachers will exemplify the following four essential elements, otherwise known as CARE:
- Competent
- Accountable
- Reflective
- Engaged adaptive professionals in the field
Our education programs are accredited by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission. To learn more about institution-wide accreditation information, please visit the Accreditation page.
