School Social Work and Trauma Certification Program

The Helen Bader School of Social Welfare has received a grant from the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction that focuses on increasing diversity and mental/behavioral health competencies in school social workers.

The DPI grant supports Master of Social Work students in the school social work track with a stipend beginning in Fall 2024.

Scholarship Information

• School Social Work and Trauma – SSWaT
• $2,500 per semester of field placement

Program Requirements

• Must maintain MSW student status and a GPA of 3.0 or better. 
• Includes a field placement in a school social work setting. 
• Must include some trauma informed care classes. 

Who Should Apply

• Any MSW student admitted to the program who meets the program eligibility and requirements.  
• Students from underrepresented and/or low-income communities, and students who speak a second language are encouraged to apply.  

When to Apply

• Student should apply as early as possible once admitted to the MSW or non-degree program.   
• Application deadline: Friday, Sept. 15, 2024 

Application Materials

• Resume 
• Short essay: In about 250 words, please describe your interest in the School Social Work and Trauma Certification Program. Any MSW or non-degree student meeting program requirements is encouraged to apply. Please include if you speak additional language(s), if you are an underrepresented student, or a student from a low-income community.