MSASS: Quality Education for Today’s Students and Professionals
When you need quality education from a leader in social work, consider the Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences. At MSASS, we offer master’s and doctorate programs, as well as online learning, professional development, and study abroad coursework. Our strengths include: 
- dual-degree programs in social work/law, non-profit management, business administration , public health , and bioethics
- intensive weekend courses for working professionals
- guaranteed paid placements in field education
- specialized concentrations in direct practice, community development and more
- a non-degree program for students, who are considering their options
The 8 Abilities
The MSSA curriculum is built solidly on the school’s groundbreaking Ability Based Learning Environment (ABLE). Mandel faculty members have identified eight abilities needed for competent practice at the level of master’s degree programs. All of the classroom courses, field education and other learning opportunities in a student’s social science program are all intentionally designed to help him or her develop and demonstrate competence in these abilities.
Master’s and PhD Programs
Choose from a variety of practice settings when earning your MSSA in social work. Or consider MSASS for your Doctor in Philosophy degree where you’ll receive an outstanding education from one of the world’s premiere institutions. Check out our admissions page for more details.
Our programs of study prepare scholars, teachers, practitioners and policy makers. Through research projects and field work, we’ll teach you how to develop creative solutions that transform the lives of people here and around the world. 
Professional Development for Human Services Leaders
Social workers and counselors find our continuing education courses critical in addressing their ongoing needs. We also serve many other professionals who require continuing education units (CEUs) for certification or licensure, including:
- psychologists (OPA)
- nursing home administrators (BENHA)
- chemical dependency counselors (BRCH)
- nurses (CNE)
- educators
For your convenience, we offer a continuing education seminar series at MSASS and at Rae-Ann Suburban in Westlake, Ohio. Visit our website to register and pay online.