The two-year MSW program consists of the foundation year and the concentration year. The foundation year prepares students for generalist practice. The concentration year prepares students for advanced clinical practice (social work with individuals, couples, families and small groups) or advanced community practice (social work in organizations and communities and in the policy arena). The program is comprised of 90 hours of classroom (60 to 63 credit hours) and field instruction (27 to 30 hours). Thirty hours (18 classroom and 12 field) are waived for students admitted with advanced standing. Two-year MSW students begin their programs of study in the fall quarter only. Advanced standing students begin in early July during summer quarter. The Master of Social Work program at the University of Denver is accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE), a specialized accrediting body recognized by the Council on Post-Secondary Accreditation. Admissions Deadl