SSWEND

 

School-Based Social Work Education and Network Development (SSWEND)


 

Applications for the AY 24-25 generalist and advanced generalist cohorts of SSWEND Scholars will open January 1st, 2024 and priority review will be given to those who apply by January 31st, 2024. Applications for post-MSW students are accepted year-round.

The School-Based Social Work Education and Network Development Program (Project SSWEND) is an innovative partnership between the мÓÆÂÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½± and the Anchorage School District (ASD). Project SSWEND will increase the number of qualified school-based mental health service providers from diverse backgrounds within the communities served and allow the district to promote inclusive and empirically supported practices within the district. 

Project SSWEND will train 31 SSWEND fellows to provide a positive impact on inclusive practices and child outcomes in high-needs schools across Anchorage School District. Additionally, Project SSWEND will meet locally identified needs for mental health service professionals. Program activities include placing MSW students in practicums in ASD high-need schools, advising fellows through the required coursework, enhancing fellows’ networks and education through professional organizations, and assisting SSWEND graduates in acquiring their Type C Certification and becoming employed as a school-based mental health service provider. 

 


PROGRAM INFORMATION

 
About SSWEND
Meet the Team

 

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    The College of Health hosted a Be The Match Drive to get more potential bone marrow donors signed up to help some Alaskans in need of treatment.

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    мÓÆÂÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½± Justice Center Professor, Sharon Chamard provides expertise on Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED), emphasizing the importance of design elements like natural surveillance, access control, and maintenance in creating safer communities.

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    The мÓÆÂÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½± Hunger and Homelessness Support Network (HHSN) was created to identify and combat housing insecurities that students face. мÓÆÂÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½± Alumni and current Academic Advisor Jennifer Spencer is one of the three people serving as HHSN Chair. She explains how she uses her personal experiences with homelessness to help find solutions for students.

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    Alaska AHEC Scholar's article about improving Alaska's communities through healthcare.

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    Alaska’s Area Health Education Centers (AHEC) are dedicated to providing engaging curriculum and activities for students interested in healthcare. Middle and high school students from Nulato, AK participated in activities focusing on the cardiovascular system, blood pressure, and basic emergency first aid.

 

SCHOOL-BASED SOCIAL WORK EDUCATION AND NETWORK DEVELOPMENT




 

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Contact Us:
Matthew Cuellar, Assistant Professor, BSW Program Chair

Phone: 907-786-6901
Email: mjcuellar@alaska.edu

 

Location:

мÓÆÂÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½± School of Social Work
мÓÆÂÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½± Professional Studies Building
2533 Providence Dr, Suite 234
Anchorage, AK 99508

 

Mailing Address:
мÓÆÂÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½± School of Social Work
3211 Providence Dr, PSB 234
Anchorage, AK 99508