MSW
Updated September 26, 2025
Our Master of Social Work programs
As the need for social services grows and diversifies in North America and around the globe, so too does the need for social workers with more specialized understanding of the complex contexts that affect groups and individuals.
In addition to building a strong foundation in the knowledge required of all social workers, FIFSW’s Master of Social Work graduates receive advanced skills training specific to the communities they choose to serve. Mixing theoretical and practical learning, the program produces graduates who are able to think critically about practice and, most importantly, are prepared to enter the field of their choice.
Read about our Black Student Application Program and our Indigenous Student Application Program.
FIFSW offers a full time Two-Year MSW program (for those entering without a BSW degree) and an Advanced Standing MSW program (full-time or part-time, for those entering with a BSW degree).
Our MSW, Indigenous Trauma and Resiliency program prepares trauma-informed social workers who work with Indigenous communities in Canada and around the world.
View the left sidebar menu on this page for information on admission requirements, application deadlines and more.
Upcoming Q&A Sessions
Still have questions after reviewing all the information online? We get it! Choosing your social work education is a big decision, and sometimes you need to hear directly from the experts.
Mark you calendars to join one of our upcoming virtual Q&A sessions to have your questions answered. Clicking the date you want to attend will bring you to the registration form. Once you have completed the form, a calendar invite with zoom details will be sent to your email.
- Thursday, October 9. 12:00pm – 1:00 pm EST – Register by October 8 (9AM)
- Friday, October 24. 12:00pm – 1:00 pm EST – Register by October 22 (11PM)
- Tuesday, November 4. 9:00am – 10:00 am EST – Register by November 2 (11PM)
- Monday, November 10. 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm EST – Register by November 6 (11PM)
Each year the Factor-Inwentash Faculty of Social Work receives many more qualified applications than spaces available in the program. Having the minimum admission requirements does not in itself guarantee admission to the Factor-Inwentash Faculty of Social Work. The Faculty reserves the right to select the most qualified applicants. All decisions are final.