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Online MSW Program
for Residents of Missouri

Begin or advance your career in social work in Missouri. Prepare to change lives, impact your community, and embark on a highly rewarding career path.

Program Length

12-24 Mo.

Format

Online

Adv. Standing

Pathway

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Quick facts about the online MSW program for Missouri residents

AccreditationCSWE accredited MSW program;1 Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission
EligibilityMissouri residents are eligible to apply; options available for bachelor’s degree holders in a non-social work major, or those who have a BSW
Format100% online classes delivered asynchronously, with hands-on clinical field practicums; curriculum includes virtual, simulated experiences to enhance distance learning
Field practicumWe can assist students in finding a practicum site, as well as allow paid and employment-based practicums
FacultyLearn from experienced professionals: all professors are Licensed Clinical Social Workers
QuickPathsTransfer credit, stackable credentials, and adaptive learning technology build a faster pathway to a higher education with Herzing University

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Over 90%

Satisfaction rate

Our overall student satisfaction rate, according to the 2024 Herzing Graduate Survey.

Become an active agent of change for individuals, families, and communities

Students in Missouri are eligible to apply for our master’s degree program in social work, which includes an Advanced Standing option for students who have already earned a BSW. Our CSWE-aligned curriculum emphasizes the career-focused skills required to help students of all backgrounds begin or advance their career in social work.

We can get you on the path quickly regardless of your current education and experience. With rolling admissions and six start dates per year, you can get started soon and discover new career possibilities.

You are capable of making a significant impact on the lives of the people who need it most. Take the first step towards a brighter, meaningful future with Herzing University.

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  • Career-focused curriculum

    Discover the crucial knowledge and skills required to succeed in your work and build a foundation for continued career growth.

  • Flexible schedule

    You can take classes during the day or in the evening.  We work hard to help you maintain school-life balance, striving to be as flexible as possible for busy non-traditional students.

  • Virtual services

    Access to extensive virtual services, including academic advising, tutoring, support services, technical support and library services.

  • Lifelong support

    We support your ongoing career advancement by providing comprehensive, personalized student services with lifelong career coaching.

  • Rolling admissions

    No application deadlines to worry about. Apply when you’re ready and prepare to get started soon.

Careers

Career possibilities in the field of social work

Earning a master’s degree in social work is one required step to become a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Missouri. While not every job in social work requires being a clinical social worker, your scope of practice, personal autonomy, and capability to help those in need can be greatly expanded as an LCSW.

Your skills as a social worker can apply across many potential specialties. Job titles can vary widely depending on your area of practice: Mental Health, Medical Social Work, and Children, Families, and Aging Services. 

Salary potential & job outlook estimates in Missouri

CategoryHourly salary*Annual salary*Emp. change, 2022-2032**
Child, Family, and School Social Workers$23.39$48,6602.3%
Healthcare Social Workers$27.72$57,66010.6%
Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers$23.33$48,52010.0%
Social Workers, All Other$33.20$69,0606.6%
Curriculum

Courses & Curriculum Details

Our career-focused MSW program offers a combination of online didactic coursework and practical experience. Build a solid foundation in academic coursework, learn to apply it in fieldwork or practicum experiences, and enter the field confident and ready to succeed as a culturally informed clinical practitioner.

The curriculum aligns with professional competencies defined by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) and the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) Code of Ethics.

All didactic courses are delivered 100% online, with 500-900 total field practicum hours (only 500 required for the Advanced Standing option). You will choose electives across three career-focused social work areas of practice: Mental Health, Medical Social Work, and Children, Families, and Aging Services.

ProgramMonths iSemester Credits
Master of Social Work2460
Master of Social Work – Advanced Standing1236

Average number of months for students to complete the program attending full-time.

MSW curriculum

Required Core Courses

All courses, 37.00 semester credit hours, are required.

This course examines theories of human development over the lifespan from birth through end of life. Theories include PIE environmental theory, psychological, social, and biological theories that affect the person throughout their development.

This course examines additional theories of development with a macro focus. The impact of race, religion, poverty, trauma, oppression, and inequality will be examined as it applies throughout the lifespan. Students will learn other multidisciplinary theoretical frameworks specific to other aspects of development to engage with clients and constituencies. Students will learn how empowerment practice, social justice and advocacy impact health and optimal growth and development. 

This introductory theory and practice course focuses on ecological and social justice theories to help frame the individual complexity of working with diverse clients in a global context.  Students will differentiate among key terms such as diversity, equity, and inclusion and equality as well as among terms such as prejudice, racism, discrimination, microaggressions, and privilege. Differentiate among individual, institutional, structural discrimination in the global context through the lens of a social justice paradigm. Use concepts of reflective practice to demonstrate self-awareness and cultural humility. Utilize intersectionality and racial identity development theories to inform strategies for client-centered and culturally appropriate helping interventions. 

The course will focus on multidisciplinary theoretical frameworks in the analysis of assessment data from clients and constituencies. Students will learn to use empowerment-based practice strategies to develop mutually agreed-on intervention goals and objectives based on the critical assessment of strengths, needs, and challenges within clients and constituencies. Students will identify and utilize appropriate intervention strategies based on the assessment, research knowledge, and values and preferences of diverse clients and constituencies to engage in the problem-solving process.

This course focuses on direct social work theories and interventions for groups and communities. Covers ways in which clinical supervision and management impact direct services to clients and are related to effective client outcomes. Emphasis on professional NASW Code of Ethics and professional ethics in macro practice as it dynamically interfaces with micro and mezzo social work clinical practices.

This foundational research course teaches students to be critical consumers of research articles by introducing basic research design, methodology, and analysis. Students will demonstrate the ability to use practice experience and theory to inform scientific inquiry and research; use single case design to examine clinical intervention efficacy, applies critical thinking to analysis research findings and use research evidence to inform and improve practice, policy, service delivery and program evaluation. 

This course examines federal state and local policy and services and the impact on social work practice and services. Students will learn the importance of policy and programs on desired outcome goals with clients served. Students will learn theories of policy analysis, policy advocacy skills, and policy development. The class will cover the historical foundations of major social policies dealing with poverty, safety, children, aging, veterans, education, medical, mental health and juvenile and criminal justice.

This course focuses on evidence- based practice theories of intervention with individuals, groups and communities. Systems theory, person in environment, trauma informed theory, crisis theory, grief, human behavior over the lifespan and human diversity are emphasized. 

This course focuses on specific clinical interventions that are evidence based and effective. Effective interventions including trauma informed care/treatment, motivational interviewing, task oriented, cognitive behavioral, EMDR overview, rational emotive therapy, family therapy, interventions will be explored. Students will demonstrate application through case studies and analysis. 

This course focuses on understanding psychopathology, behavioral health assessment, and diagnosis across the lifespan using the DSM-5 TR. Symptoms, risk factors, protective factors and interventions are explored. The process of psychosocial assessment, use of screening tools including: mental status exams, depression and anxiety screening tools, and differential diagnosis are covered. Additional emphasis on trauma, diversity and emphasis on how social work must use empowerment practice with medical model diagnosis as a tool for psychosocial assessment of clients' needs and goals. 

Quantitative and qualitative research methods will be utilized to gain new understanding of social problems. Students will use critical analysis and recommendations for future research based on existing literature. Students will demonstrate the ability to determine outcome/dependent variable and construct a program design and instrumentation to evaluate effective interventions. Methods of program evaluation, data analysis and summary, and qualitative case studies will also be explored. 

This class focuses on advancing human rights and social, economic, and environmental justice and will demonstrate the impact of social policies on desired client outcomes. Students will apply their understanding of social, economic, and environmental justice to advocate for human rights at the individual and system levels. Students will gain a deeper understanding of social work role in advocating for policy changes in their specialization areas, in addition to understanding political processes related to access and program funding and increase access to services and resources. TANF, SSI, Medicaid, Medicare, private insurance coverage, telehealth policies, confidentiality and privacy issues related to mental healthcare are some of the major topics this course will cover.

This course enhances the student's experience in their specialized field practicum and offers additional guidance on the integration of the NASW Code of Ethics into direct work with clients, policies that influence practice in the field agencies, and social work clinical interventions. The role of MSW supervision and preparation for professional practice, cultural humility, self-care and reflective practice will all be emphasized. Integrating knowledge, values, and skills from the curriculum with the field experience is a key focus. Students will use journals, case presentations, process recordings, and presentations to demonstrate the integration of the knowledge, values, skills, cognitive and affective processes.

This course is the final capstone seminar course where students integrate evidence-based practice, theories, the NASW Code of Ethics, policies that influence practice in the field agencies and specialized social work interventions. Integrating knowledge, values, and skills from the curriculum with the field experience is a key focus. The role of MSW supervision and preparation for independent practice, cultural humility, self-care, reflective practice, professional networking and membership, and licensure will all be explored. Students will create a digital portfolio with evidence to support their demonstration of each of the 9 competencies in their specialization areas.

Required Project Residency Core Courses

All courses, 14.00 semester credit hours, are required.

This course is the first of two generalist field practicum courses where students practice each of the 9 Council on Social Work Education competencies in an agency under the supervision of an approved MSW field instructor. Students will work with clients in an agency for 200 field education hours to earn clinical experience in a social work role. Students will have online journal and discussion board assignments in conjunction with their field practicum to discuss the integration of classroom curriculum and field education. Topics include application of the NASW Code of Ethics, relevant laws and regulations, models for ethical decision-making, ethical conduct of research, evidence-based practice, cultural awareness and humility, and social work theory. Students will use reflection and self-regulation to manage personal values and maintain professional boundaries in practice situations. Students will be monitored throughout the field experience including formal evaluation of competency proficiency at the mid-term and final stages of the practicum.

This course is the culmination of the social work generalist practicum courses and allows students to continue to practice / perform practice behaviors to demonstrate each of the 9 Council on Social Work Education competencies in an agency under the supervision of an MSW approved field instructor. Students will continue to work in an agency for 200 field education hours to earn clinical experience in a social work role. Students will continue to utilize the online journal and discussion board assignments in conjunction with their field practicum to discuss the integration of classroom curriculum and field education. Students will be monitored throughout the field experience with formal evaluation at midterm and at the conclusion of the semester.

This is the first of two courses in the advanced field practicum experience where students will practice all 9 Council on Social Work Education competencies through 250 field education hours of direct work with clients under the supervision of an approved field MSW field instructor. Students integrate the knowledge, values, skills, cognitive and affective processes learned through their specialization coursework into their direct practice with clients in an organization their communities. Students will work in conjunction with their field instructor and program faculty to create a specific learning plan with practice behaviors and learning activities that allow the student to demonstrate proficiency in all 9 Council on Social Work Education competencies. Student progress will be monitored throughout the semester, with formal evaluation at midterm and at the end of the semester.

This is the final field experience course where students demonstrate proficiency of all 9 competencies through 250 field education hours of direct work with clients within an organization in their specialization areas. The student will continue to be supervised by a master's level clinical social worker and will demonstrate proficiency of each of the 9 competencies and specialized practice behaviors through working on specific tasks in their learning plan. Students will work in conjunction with their field instructor and program faculty to create a specific learning plan with practice behaviors and learning tasks that allow the student to master all 9 competencies. This course is the culmination of the advanced clinical coursework including theory, research, policy, specialization knowledge, values and skills and professional clinical practice.

Required Area of Practice Elective Courses

9.00 semester credit hours are required. Students should select three courses from the list below to learn more about areas of social work practice. Course availability depends on enrollment. 

This course focuses on social work practice in medical settings with clients and their families who are experiencing significant health challenges across the lifespan. Medical terminology, roles, organizations, case management, theories of intervention and resource development are explored. Healthcare policies across the lifespan including Medicaid and Medicare. The role of social work in prevention framework and client health education, bereavement, grief therapy, and end of life care will be covered. Public health and community policies are explored. Private healthcare, nursing homes, hospice, managed care policies and impact on services also are covered. 

This course focuses on a wide range of substance use and other addictive disorders and interventions. The impact of substance use, interventions and relapse prevention strategies are a focus. Evidence based interventions such as current treatments for substance use disorders and addictive behaviors including therapy and medication treatment are explored. 

Course description: this course focuses on evidence- based trauma effective trauma interventions for people throughout their lifetime. Examination of the efficacy of various therapies, policies and practices through a trauma informed lens. 

The role of clinical social work services within the mental health systems will be explored. A variety of topics including access to services, case management, direct intervention strategies, and interprofessional collaboration will be covered. Students will learn how mental health policy impacts their clinical social work with clients. This class will also cover access to services including Medicaid, Medicare, private insurance coverage, telehealth resources, confidentiality and privacy issues related to mental and behavioral health. 

This class covers aspects of aging both in place and in supportive care settings. The impact of social policy and social work advocacy will be addressed. Topics covered will include Medicare, Medicaid, end of life polices, advanced directives, power of attorney, nursing home equity, home health access, hospice services, social security, and disability insurance.  students will gain advanced knowledge of evidence-based clinical practices in working with clients in later adulthood.  In addition, MSW clinical social work students will be able to apply appropriate types of biopsychosocial, spiritual and cultural factors to understand best practice methods to promote client engagement.

This course covers theory and strategies of family therapy and interventions. Diversity in family constellations, family life stages, communication, relationships, divorce, mediation, adoption, and multigenerational families are topics covered. Students will learn strategies in family engagement, assessment, interventions and evaluation. 

This course focuses on community health strategies, and efforts of prevention, interventions and improving physical and mental wellbeing. Topics also include reducing social isolation, policy efforts and community engagement. 

This course explores the child welfare system, policies, and programs to provide protection for children and families. Topics include foster care, permanency planning, adoption policies and laws, mandated reporting, abuse prevention. This course also covers the juvenile justice and family court systems. Emphasis on the role of risk and protective factors related to desired clients' outcomes will be emphasized.

Distribution of Contact Hours by Course

Distribution of Contact Hours by Course Course Number Lecture Clinical Practicum Total Contact Hours Credits MSW 500 30.00   30.00 2.00 MSW 501 30.00   30.00 2.00 MSW 510 45.00   45.00 3.00 MSW 520 45.00   45.00 3.00 MSW 521 45.00   45.00 3.00 MSW 530 30.00   30.00 2.00 MSW 535   200.00 200.00 3.00 MSW 540 45.00   45.00 3.00 MSW 545   200.00 200.00 3.00 MSW 600 45.00   45.00 3.00 MSW 610 45.00   45.00 3.00 MSW 620 45.00   45.00 3.00 MSW 630 45.00   45.00 3.00 MSW 640 45.00   45.00 3.00 MSW 650 30.00   30.00 2.00 MSW 655   250.00 250.00 4.00 MSW 660 30.00   30.00 2.00 MSW 665   250.00 250.00 4.00 AREA OF PRACTICE ELECTIVES MSW 624 45.00   45.00 3.00 MSW 626 45.00   45.00 3.00 MSW 628 45.00   45.00 3.00 MSW 622 45.00   45.00 3.00 MSW 638 45.00   45.00 3.00 MSW 632 45.00   45.00 3.00 Totals 690.00 900.00 1,590.00 60.00      

Advanced Standing MSW curriculum

Required Core Courses

All courses, 19.00 semester credit hours, are required.

This course focuses on evidence- based practice theories of intervention with individuals, groups and communities. Systems theory, person in environment, trauma informed theory, crisis theory, grief, human behavior over the lifespan and human diversity are emphasized. 

This course focuses on specific clinical interventions that are evidence based and effective. Effective interventions including trauma informed care/treatment, motivational interviewing, task oriented, cognitive behavioral, EMDR overview, rational emotive therapy, family therapy, interventions will be explored. Students will demonstrate application through case studies and analysis. 

This course focuses on understanding psychopathology, behavioral health assessment, and diagnosis across the lifespan using the DSM-5 TR. Symptoms, risk factors, protective factors and interventions are explored. The process of psychosocial assessment, use of screening tools including: mental status exams, depression and anxiety screening tools, and differential diagnosis are covered. Additional emphasis on trauma, diversity and emphasis on how social work must use empowerment practice with medical model diagnosis as a tool for psychosocial assessment of clients' needs and goals. 

Quantitative and qualitative research methods will be utilized to gain new understanding of social problems. Students will use critical analysis and recommendations for future research based on existing literature. Students will demonstrate the ability to determine outcome/dependent variable and construct a program design and instrumentation to evaluate effective interventions. Methods of program evaluation, data analysis and summary, and qualitative case studies will also be explored. 

This class focuses on advancing human rights and social, economic, and environmental justice and will demonstrate the impact of social policies on desired client outcomes. Students will apply their understanding of social, economic, and environmental justice to advocate for human rights at the individual and system levels. Students will gain a deeper understanding of social work role in advocating for policy changes in their specialization areas, in addition to understanding political processes related to access and program funding and increase access to services and resources. TANF, SSI, Medicaid, Medicare, private insurance coverage, telehealth policies, confidentiality and privacy issues related to mental healthcare are some of the major topics this course will cover.

This course enhances the student's experience in their specialized field practicum and offers additional guidance on the integration of the NASW Code of Ethics into direct work with clients, policies that influence practice in the field agencies, and social work clinical interventions. The role of MSW supervision and preparation for professional practice, cultural humility, self-care and reflective practice will all be emphasized. Integrating knowledge, values, and skills from the curriculum with the field experience is a key focus. Students will use journals, case presentations, process recordings, and presentations to demonstrate the integration of the knowledge, values, skills, cognitive and affective processes.

This course is the final capstone seminar course where students integrate evidence-based practice, theories, the NASW Code of Ethics, policies that influence practice in the field agencies and specialized social work interventions. Integrating knowledge, values, and skills from the curriculum with the field experience is a key focus. The role of MSW supervision and preparation for independent practice, cultural humility, self-care, reflective practice, professional networking and membership, and licensure will all be explored. Students will create a digital portfolio with evidence to support their demonstration of each of the 9 competencies in their specialization areas.

Required Project Residency Core Courses

All courses, 8.00 semester credit hours, are required.

This is the first of two courses in the advanced field practicum experience where students will practice all 9 Council on Social Work Education competencies through 250 field education hours of direct work with clients under the supervision of an approved field MSW field instructor. Students integrate the knowledge, values, skills, cognitive and affective processes learned through their specialization coursework into their direct practice with clients in an organization their communities. Students will work in conjunction with their field instructor and program faculty to create a specific learning plan with practice behaviors and learning activities that allow the student to demonstrate proficiency in all 9 Council on Social Work Education competencies. Student progress will be monitored throughout the semester, with formal evaluation at midterm and at the end of the semester.

This is the final field experience course where students demonstrate proficiency of all 9 competencies through 250 field education hours of direct work with clients within an organization in their specialization areas. The student will continue to be supervised by a master's level clinical social worker and will demonstrate proficiency of each of the 9 competencies and specialized practice behaviors through working on specific tasks in their learning plan. Students will work in conjunction with their field instructor and program faculty to create a specific learning plan with practice behaviors and learning tasks that allow the student to master all 9 competencies. This course is the culmination of the advanced clinical coursework including theory, research, policy, specialization knowledge, values and skills and professional clinical practice.

Required Area of Practice Elective Courses

9.00 Semester credit hours are required. Students should select three courses from the list below to learn more about areas of social work practice. Course availability depends on enrollment. 

This course focuses on social work practice in medical settings with clients and their families who are experiencing significant health challenges across the lifespan. Medical terminology, roles, organizations, case management, theories of intervention and resource development are explored. Healthcare policies across the lifespan including Medicaid and Medicare. The role of social work in prevention framework and client health education, bereavement, grief therapy, and end of life care will be covered. Public health and community policies are explored. Private healthcare, nursing homes, hospice, managed care policies and impact on services also are covered. 

This course focuses on a wide range of substance use and other addictive disorders and interventions. The impact of substance use, interventions and relapse prevention strategies are a focus. Evidence based interventions such as current treatments for substance use disorders and addictive behaviors including therapy and medication treatment are explored. 

Course description: this course focuses on evidence- based trauma effective trauma interventions for people throughout their lifetime. Examination of the efficacy of various therapies, policies and practices through a trauma informed lens. 

The role of clinical social work services within the mental health systems will be explored. A variety of topics including access to services, case management, direct intervention strategies, and interprofessional collaboration will be covered. Students will learn how mental health policy impacts their clinical social work with clients. This class will also cover access to services including Medicaid, Medicare, private insurance coverage, telehealth resources, confidentiality and privacy issues related to mental and behavioral health. 

This class covers aspects of aging both in place and in supportive care settings. The impact of social policy and social work advocacy will be addressed. Topics covered will include Medicare, Medicaid, end of life polices, advanced directives, power of attorney, nursing home equity, home health access, hospice services, social security, and disability insurance.  students will gain advanced knowledge of evidence-based clinical practices in working with clients in later adulthood.  In addition, MSW clinical social work students will be able to apply appropriate types of biopsychosocial, spiritual and cultural factors to understand best practice methods to promote client engagement.

This course covers theory and strategies of family therapy and interventions. Diversity in family constellations, family life stages, communication, relationships, divorce, mediation, adoption, and multigenerational families are topics covered. Students will learn strategies in family engagement, assessment, interventions and evaluation. 

This course focuses on community health strategies, and efforts of prevention, interventions and improving physical and mental wellbeing. Topics also include reducing social isolation, policy efforts and community engagement. 

This course explores the child welfare system, policies, and programs to provide protection for children and families. Topics include foster care, permanency planning, adoption policies and laws, mandated reporting, abuse prevention. This course also covers the juvenile justice and family court systems. Emphasis on the role of risk and protective factors related to desired clients' outcomes will be emphasized.
Requirements

Admissions requirements

Admissions requirements vary between the main MSW program (for non-BSW holders) vs. the Advanced Standing option:

MSW admissions requirements

The requirements for admission to the traditional MSW program track are: 

  • Minimum 2.5 GPA in baccalaureate degree
  • Prospective graduate students must have completed a bachelor’s or graduate degree not in social work from a college or university accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or have completed a three- or four-year bachelor’s degree at a foreign college or university recognized as equivalent to a U.S. bachelor’s degree by an approved foreign credential evaluator
  • Transcript from baccalaureate degree program
  • Personal statement addressing MSW prompts – see admission advisor for details
  • Optional Recommendations for both traditional and advanced standing MSW tracks: students may choose to submit recommendations to be considered with their application but are not required 

Please contact admissions for details regarding the application.

Advanced Standing MSW admissions requirements

Candidates for the Master of Social Work (MSW) – Advanced Standing track must meet several prerequisites for acceptance, including the following: 

  • Cumulative GPA of 2.75
  • Prospective graduate students must have completed a bachelor’s or graduate degree in social work from a college or university accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or have completed a three- or four-year bachelor’s degree at a foreign college or university recognized as equivalent to a U.S. bachelor’s degree by an approved foreign credential evaluator; within 7 years of the date their BSW was conferred, OR, have a BSW license in good standing
  • Transcript—BSW from a CSWE accredited program
  • A personal statement addressing MSW prompts—contact admissions for details
  • Optional Recommendations for both traditional and advanced standing MSW tracks: students may choose to submit recommendations to be considered with their application but are not required

Tuition & Cost 

Tuition & Cost

The cost of tuition for the Master of Social Work program is $675 per credit.

You can potentially earn even greater savings by transferring credit from prior college coursework, applying for financial aid, or potential partnership opportunities through your employer.

Our goal is your career advancement. That's why we are always working to improve our curriculum and processes to make our program as affordable as possible while preparing you best for success in your work.

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Disclosures

Disclosures

1. Herzing University's Master of Social Work (MSW) program is accredited by the Council on Social Work Education’s (CSWE) Board of Accreditation (BOA). Accreditation of a baccalaureate or master’s social work program by the BOA indicates that it meets or exceeds standards of program quality evaluated through a peer review accreditation process. An accredited program has sufficient resources to meet its mission and goals, and the BOA has verified that it demonstrates compliance with all sections of the Educational Policy and Accreditation Standards (EPAS).

Accreditation applies to all program options, which include locations and delivery methods.  Accreditation provides reasonable assurance about the quality of the program and the competence of students graduating from the program. Review our program’s accredited status in CSWE’s Directory of Accredited Programs. For more information about social work accreditation, contact CSWE’s Department of Social Work Accreditation.

* BLS pay estimates calculate the median annual wage for various occupations. Per the BLS the median wage for an occupation is: "The wage at which half of the workers in the occupation earned more than that amount, and half earned less. Median wage data are from the BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics survey." Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook 2024. BLS median wage estimates do not represent entry-level wages and/or salaries. Multiple factors, including prior experience, age, geographic market in which you want to work, and degree level and field, will affect career outcomes, including starting salary and earnings as an experienced employee. Herzing neither represents that its graduates will earn the median salaries calculated by BLS for a particular job nor guarantees that graduation from its program will result in a job, promotion, particular wage or salary, or other career growth.

** Projections Central, Long-Term Projections (2022-2032). Multiple factors, including prior experience, age, geography market in which you want to work, and degree field will affect career outcomes. Herzing does not guarantee that graduation from its program will result in a job, promotion, or other career growth.

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