Title IV-E Child Welfare Training Program

*Students admitted to the MSW Hybrid Program are not eligible for the Title IV-E Child Welfare Stipend

The Title IV-E Child Welfare Training Program, as part of the Department of Social Work (MSW) program, provides a graduate education, a competency based curriculum, and financial aid. The Child Welfare Training program was created to increase the number of practitioners in public child welfare who hold a master’s degree in Social Work. Upon graduation, students must work in a county child welfare services agency or California Department of Social Services (CDSS) child welfare division for a period of two (2) years.

Eligibility for 2 Year Title IV-E Stipend Program

Students admitted to the two year MSW program, who qualify will receive an award of $37,000 spread over two years. In addition, students must demonstrate a commitment to a career in public child welfare through a separate application process.

Eligibility for 3 Year Title IV-E Stipend Program

Students admitted to the three year MSW program who qualify are current employees of a county, social services or state human services agency, will receive support in the form of reimbursement for all required educational program costs and qualifying transportation expenses.

For more information on the 2 year program and 3 year program: Title IV-E Stipend Information brochure .pdf
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About the Stipend: FAQs Title IV-E MSW Program