Training and Workforce Development Programs

SJSU School of Social Work offers multiple workforce development and training programs that enhance our students’ social work skills and professional development. Each program is unique and has its own set of course and internship requirements, expectations and obligations. Any student considering applying to one of these training programs should plan to attend an information session about that program and review all information about the program's purpose, focus, requirements and post-graduation service expectations before applying. After reviewing all program materials, students may reach out to the training program in question with any additional questions to ensure an accurate understanding of program requirements and expectations. 

For all workforce development and training programs through which students receive stipend funding, students should inform and consult with the SJSU financial aid office about the potential impact of stipend funding on financial aid awards. Upon graduation, students are independently responsible for fulfilling all post-graduation service employment obligations.

Although students may apply to more than one training program, SJSU will only allow MSW students to participate in ONE of these training and workforce development programs during each academic year.

 

Title IV-E Child Welfare program

The Title IV-E Child Welfare program at SJSU provides a training and workforce development program to eligible MSW students who agree to work full time after graduation in county public child welfare services for a specified period of time. There are different versions of the program available for 2-Year Full-Time On-Campus, 3-Year Part-Time On-Campus, and Online/Hybrid students. Program details and application information available on the Title IV-E program website. 

 

Public Behavioral Health MSW Training Program

The Public Behavioral Health (PBH) MSW Training Program is a competitive training and workforce development program available to MSW students with a passion for social work in public behavioral health settings.

Students who are accepted into the program receive enhanced training (including a $25,000 stipend per year for full-time students) and commit to a post-graduation service obligation. Students apply and interview during the spring semester and participate in the program during the following academic year. 2-Year Full-Time On-Campus, 3-Year Part-Time On-Campus, Online/Hybrid, and Advanced Standing students are all eligible to apply.

For general information, students are invited to review this PowerPoint. 

[As a reminder, students who successfully petition to do their internship at their worksite are not eligible to participate in the PBH program during that academic year. Also, MSW students may only participate in one workforce development program (e.g., APS, PBH, Title IV-E, PPSC) administered through the School of Social Work during any particular academic year. Also, students who are participating in other HCAI-funded scholarships or programs, including the Santa Clara County Behavioral Health Internship program, cannot participate in this program during the same year.]

Current MSW Students (will be in your second or third year in the MSW program in AY26-27): 

Applications for AY 26-27 are due by Sunday, March 22nd, 2026, 11:59pm.

Please submit your application by following this link: https://sjsu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_dotFV54NZYHrX2m  

Before submitting your application, please attend one of these student information sessions to learn details of this year’s program and for Q&A (please register for an information session by clicking the following links): 

Incoming MSW Students (must have already accepted a spot in the SJSU MSW program for AY26-27 in order to apply): 

Applications for AY 26-27 will be due in late May 2026. We will update this website and send information out through advisors later in the spring. 

Please contact Sarah Accomazzo (Project Coordinator) with any questions at sarah.accomazzo@sjsu.edu.

 

Aging and Adult Services MSW Training Program (AAS)

The Aging and Adult Services (AAS) MSW Training Program is a workforce development program available to MSW students who are interested in working with older adults.

Students who are accepted into the program receive enhanced training (including a $25,000 stipend per year for full-time students) and commit to a post-graduation service obligation. Students apply and interview during the spring semester and participate in the program during the following academic year. 2-Year Full-Time On-Campus, 3-Year Part-Time On-Campus, Online/Hybrid, and Advanced Standing students are all eligible to apply.

The Workforce Development Program will host two Zoom information sessions about the AAS program for students, on Friday February 20, 2026 from 8 to 9 am and Tuesday February 24, 2026 from 12 to 1 pm. If you are interested in the AAS MSW Training program, have questions, and/or would like general information, you are encouraged to register for one of the sessions. 

Students can register for the February 20 information session using this link: https://sjsu.zoom.us/meeting/register/55y0OC07QIiKcftpTJ6JYw 

Students can register for the February 24 information session using this link: https://sjsu.zoom.us/meeting/register/DkEUARcWS0uE7n-wgwNtag 

Applications for the AAS MSW Training Program are now being accepted.

Current MSW students (currently enrolled in Spring 2026): Applications for the AY 2026-2027 cycle are due by Sunday, March 22, 2026, 11:59pm.

Please submit your application by following this link: https://sjsu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_b8jsnHZqkCwdpGK 

Incoming MSW students for Academic Year 2026-2027 (not enrolled in Spring 2026): Application date for the AY 2026-2027 cycle will be announced soon.

Please contact Matthew Breaux (Project Coordinator) with any questions at matthew.breaux@sjsu.edu 

 

San Francisco Bay Area Integrated Behavioral Health MSW Training Program (IBH)

The San Francisco Bay Area Integrated Behavioral Health (IBH) Training Program is open to second-year Field/Practicum MSW students who will be at placements that offer services using an integrated behavioral health (IBH) model. 

Recruitment for AY25-26 is currently closed. Any updates for this program will be posted on this site. If you have any questions, please email Sarah Accomazzo (Project Coordinator) at sarah.accomazzo@sjsu.edu.

 

Santa Clara County Behavioral Health Undergraduate Scholarship

The Santa Clara County Behavioral Health workforce development scholarship is available to both junior and senior BASW students. The application process is currently open. The first review of completed applications will occur on June 16, 2025 and be reviewed in order of receipt. The application will remain open throughout the academic year until all scholarship positions are filled. Please click HERE for access to the application for academic year 2025/26.

For program details and application information for the Santa Clara County Behavioral Health Scholarship, contact Erin Osanna-Barba at erin.osanna-barba@sjsu.edu.

 

Alameda County Training and Workforce Development Program

The Alameda County Training and workforce development Program is available to final year MSW students. Students may learn more about the training and workforce development program on the Alameda County Behavioral Health Services Graduate Student Intern Training and Workforce Development Program website.