School Directory

Behavioral Health Schools in California

78

Schools listed

45

Cities

130

Accredited programs

24

With an online option

Alhambra

1 school

Alliant International University Los Angeles

Psychology
  • Alhambra, CA
Clinical Ph.D.
DoctoralAPA: AccreditedAPA-accredited since March 21, 1978Next APA site visit 20351000 South Fremont Avenue, Unit 5
Clinical Psy.D.
DoctoralAPA: AccreditedAPA-accredited since April 23, 1991Next APA site visit 20331000 South Fremont Avenue, Unit 5

Anaheim

1 school

The Chicago School, Anaheim

Psychology
  • Anaheim, CA
Clinical Psy.D.
DoctoralAPA: AccreditedAPA-accredited since April 11, 2021Next APA site visit 20302400 East Katella Avenue

Angwin

1 school

Arcata

1 school

Cal Poly Humboldt

Social WorkOnline option
  • Arcata, CA
BSW
Bachelors of Social Work, BASWCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 1992Next CSWE review October 2027Full-Time, Online Available, Former Name(s), Humboldt State UniversityProgram page
MSW
Master of Social Work, MSWCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 2003Next CSWE review October 2027Full-Time, Part-Time, Advanced Standing, Online AvailableProgram page

Azusa

1 school

Azusa Pacific University

Social WorkPsychology
  • Azusa, CA
BSW
Bachelor of Social Work, BSWCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 1982Next CSWE review February 2031Full-TimeProgram page
MSW
Master of Social Work, MSWCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 2007Next CSWE review February 2031Full-Time, Part-Time, Advanced Standing, Multiple cohorts per yearProgram page
Clinical Psy.D.
DoctoralAPA: AccreditedAPA-accredited since October 31, 2000901 East Alosta Avenue, P.O. Box 7000

Bakersfield

1 school

California State University, Bakersfield

Social Work
  • Bakersfield, CA
MSW
Master of Social Work, MSWCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 2002Next CSWE review June 2031Full-Time, Part-Time, Advanced StandingProgram page

Berkeley

2 schools

The Wright Institute

Psychology
  • Berkeley, CA
Clinical Psy.D.
DoctoralAPA: AccreditedAPA-accredited since March 10, 1998Next APA site visit 20272728 Durant Ave.

University of California, Berkeley

Social WorkPsychology
  • Berkeley, CA
MSW
Listed as University of California at BerkeleyCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 1928Next CSWE review October 2029Full-TimeProgram page
Clinical Ph.D.
DoctoralAPA: Accredited – InactiveAPA-accredited since February 01, 1948Next APA site visit 2033Clinical Science Program, 2121 Berkeley Way, #3302
School Ph.D.
DoctoralAPA: AccreditedAPA-accredited since November 25, 1980Next APA site visit 20342121 Berkeley Way, 4th Floor

Calexico

1 school

San Diego State University

Social Work
  • Calexico, CA
MSW
Master of Social Work, MSWCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 1966Next CSWE review October 2033Full-Time, Part-Time, Advanced StandingProgram page

Carson

1 school

California State University, Dominguez Hills

Social Work
  • Carson, CA
MSW
Master of Social Work, MSWCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 2007Next CSWE review February 2030Full-Time, Part-TimeProgram page

Chico

1 school

California State University, Chico

Social WorkOnline option
  • Chico, CA
BSW
Bachelor of Social Work, BSWCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 1974 (approved 1969-1972)Next CSWE review February 2033Full-Time, Part-Time, Multiple cohorts per year, Weekends/Evening, Online Available, Former Name(s), Chico State CollegeProgram page
MSW
Master of Social Work, MSWCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 2003Next CSWE review February 2033Full-Time, Part-Time, Advanced Standing, Multiple cohorts per year, Weekends/Evening, Online AvailableProgram page

Emeryville

1 school

Alliant International University San Francisco Bay

Psychology
  • Emeryville, CA
Clinical Ph.D.
DoctoralAPA: AccreditedAPA-accredited since March 21, 1984Next APA site visit 20271475 66th Street, Suite 120
Clinical Psy.D.
DoctoralAPA: AccreditedAPA-accredited since February 28, 1995Next APA site visit 20331475 66th Street, Suite 120

Fresno

3 schools

Alliant University

CounselingPsychology
  • Fresno, CA
Clinical Mental Health Counseling
M.A.CACREP: AccreditedCACREP graduates from Jul 2020Current accreditation cycle ends Oct 2030
Clinical Ph.D.
DoctoralListed as Alliant International University, FresnoAPA: AccreditedAPA-accredited since March 28, 1984Next APA site visit 20275130 East Clinton Way
Clinical Psy.D.
DoctoralListed as Alliant International University, FresnoAPA: AccreditedAPA-accredited since June 03, 19945130 East Clinton Way

California State University Fresno

CounselingFamilySocial Work
  • Fresno, CA
Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling
M.S.CACREP: AccreditedCACREP graduates from Jul 2018Current accreditation cycle ends Oct 2027
Marriage, Couple and Family Counseling
M.S.CACREP: AccreditedCACREP graduates from Oct 1993Current accreditation cycle ends Oct 2027
BSW
Bachelor of Social Work, BAListed as California State University, FresnoCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 1974 (approved 1968-1971)Next CSWE review October 2032Full-Time, Part-TimeProgram page
MSW
Master of Social Work, MSWListed as California State University, FresnoCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 1966Next CSWE review October 2032Full-Time, Part-Time, Advanced StandingProgram page

Fresno Pacific University

Social Work
  • Fresno, CA
BSW
CSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 2016Next CSWE review June 2030Part-Time, Multiple cohorts per year, Weekends/EveningProgram page
MSW
Master of Social Work, MSWCSWE: CandidacyCSWE-accredited since 2023 (pending)Next CSWE review October 2026Full-Time, Advanced StandingProgram page

Fullerton

1 school

California State University Fullerton

CounselingSocial Work
  • Fullerton, CA
Clinical Mental Health Counseling
M.S.CACREP: AccreditedCACREP graduates from Jul 2013Current accreditation cycle ends Oct 2031
MSW
Master of Social Work, MSWListed as California State University, FullertonCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 2007Next CSWE review February 2031Full-Time, Part-Time, Advanced StandingProgram page

Hayward

1 school

California State University, East Bay

Social WorkOnline option
  • Hayward, CA
MSW
Master of Social Work, MSWCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 2003Next CSWE review June 2034Full-Time, Part-Time, Advanced Standing, Weekends/Evening, Online AvailableProgram page

Irvine

3 schools

Concordia University Irvine

Counseling
  • Irvine, CA
Clinical Mental Health Counseling
M.A.CACREP: AccreditedCACREP graduates from Jan 2018Current accreditation cycle ends Oct 2027
Counselor Education and Supervision
Ph.D.CACREP: AccreditedCACREP graduates from Aug 2024Current accreditation cycle ends Oct 2027

University of California, Irvine

Psychology
  • Irvine, CA
Clinical Ph.D.
DoctoralAPA: Accredited, on contingencyAPA-accredited since October 29, 2024Next APA site visit 2027Department of Psychological Science, 4201 Social & Behavioral Sciences Gateway

University of Massachusetts Global

Social WorkOnline option
  • Irvine, CA
BSW
BASWCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 2013Next CSWE review June 2028Full-Time, Part-Time, Online Available, Former Name(s), Brandman University, University of Massachusetts GlobalProgram page

La Mirada

1 school

Biola University

Psychology
  • La Mirada, CA
Clinical Ph.D.
DoctoralAPA: AccreditedAPA-accredited since May 23, 1980Next APA site visit 202913800 Biola Avenue
Clinical Psy.D.
DoctoralAPA: AccreditedAPA-accredited since May 23, 1980Next APA site visit 202913800 Biola Avenue

La Verne

1 school

University of La Verne

Psychology
  • La Verne, CA
Clinical Psy.D.
DoctoralAPA: AccreditedAPA-accredited since April 29, 2003Next APA site visit 2028Psy.D. Program in Clinical Psychology, Hoover Building, 1950 Third Street

Lancaster

1 school

California State University, Bakersfield

Social Work
  • Lancaster, CA
MSW
Master of Social Work, MSWCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 2002Next CSWE review June 2031Full-Time, Part-Time, Advanced StandingProgram page

Loma Linda

1 school

Loma Linda University

Psychology
  • Loma Linda, CA
Clinical Ph.D.
DoctoralAPA: AccreditedAPA-accredited since November 13, 1998Next APA site visit 2029LLU Department of Psychology, 11130 Anderson St., Suite 101
Clinical Psy.D.
DoctoralAPA: AccreditedAPA-accredited since November 13, 1998Next APA site visit 202911130 Anderson St.

Long Beach

1 school

California State University, Long Beach

Social Work
  • Long Beach, CA
BSW
Bachelor of Arts of Social Work, BASWCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 1975Next CSWE review February 2033Full-Time, Part-Time, Multiple cohorts per year, Weekends/EveningProgram page
MSW
Master of Social Work, MSWCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 1987Next CSWE review February 2033Full-Time, Part-Time, Advanced Standing, Multiple cohorts per year, Weekends/EveningProgram page

Los Angeles

7 schools

California State University Los Angeles

CounselingSocial Work
  • Los Angeles, CA
Rehabilitation Counseling
M.S.CACREP: AccreditedCACREP graduates from Jul 2017Current accreditation cycle ends Oct 2027
BSW
Bachelor of Arts in Social Work, BASWListed as California State University, Los AngelesCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 1979Next CSWE review February 2027Full-Time, Part-Time, Multiple cohorts per year, Weekends/EveningProgram page
MSW
Master of Social Work, MSWListed as California State University, Los AngelesCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 1999Next CSWE review February 2027Full-Time, Part-Time, Advanced StandingProgram page

Mount Saint Mary’s University

Social WorkPsychology
  • Los Angeles, CA
BSW
BSSWListed as Mount Saint Mary’s University, Los AngelesCSWE: CandidacyCSWE-accredited since 2025 (pending)Next CSWE review February 2027Program page
Clinical Psy.D.
DoctoralAPA: Accredited, on contingencyAPA-accredited since May 1, 2024Next APA site visit 202710 Chester Place

Pepperdine University

Psychology
  • Los Angeles, CA
Clinical Psy.D.
DoctoralAPA: AccreditedAPA-accredited since June 21, 1990Next APA site visit 2027Graduate School of Education and, Psychology, 6100 Center Drive 5th Floor

The Chicago School - Online

Counseling
  • Los Angeles, CA
Clinical Mental Health Counseling
M.A.CACREP: AccreditedCACREP graduates from Jul 2016Current accreditation cycle ends Mar 2027
Counselor Education and Supervision
Ph.D.CACREP: AccreditedCACREP graduates from Jul 2022Current accreditation cycle ends Mar 2027

The Chicago School, Los Angeles

Psychology
  • Los Angeles, CA
Clinical Psy.D.
DoctoralAPA: AccreditedAPA-accredited since July 22, 2018Next APA site visit 2028707 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 600

University of California, Los Angeles

Social WorkPsychology
  • Los Angeles, CA
MSW
Master of Social Welfare, MSWListed as University of California at Los AngelesCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 1949Next CSWE review October 2031Full-Time, Part-Time, Advanced StandingProgram page
Clinical Ph.D.
DoctoralAPA: AccreditedAPA-accredited since February 01, 1948Next APA site visit 2028Psychology Building 1285, 405 Hilgard Avenue, Box 951563

University of Southern California

Social WorkPsychologyOnline option
  • Los Angeles, CA
BSW
Bachelor of Social Work, BSWCSWE: CandidacyCSWE-accredited since 2025 (pending)Next CSWE review June 2027Full-TimeProgram page
MSW
Master of Social Work, MSWCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 1922Next CSWE review October 2026Full-Time, Part-Time, Advanced Standing, Multiple cohorts per year, Weekends/Evening, Weekends Only, Online AvailableProgram page
Clinical Ph.D.
DoctoralAPA: AccreditedAPA-accredited since February 20, 1948Next APA site visit 2027Department of Psychology, SGM 501, 3620 S. McClintock Ave.

Merced

1 school

Fresno Pacific University

Social Work
  • Merced, CA
BSW
CSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 2016Next CSWE review June 2030Part-Time, Multiple cohorts per year, Weekends/EveningProgram page

North Fresno

1 school

Fresno Pacific University

Social Work
  • North Fresno, CA
BSW
CSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 2016Next CSWE review June 2030Part-Time, Multiple cohorts per year, Weekends/EveningProgram page
MSW
Master of Social Work, MSWCSWE: CandidacyCSWE-accredited since 2023 (pending)Next CSWE review October 2026Full-Time, Advanced StandingProgram page

Northridge

1 school

California State University, Northridge

Social WorkOnline option
  • Northridge, CA
MSW
Master of Social Work, MSWCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 2004Next CSWE review February 2028Full-Time, Part-Time, Advanced Standing, Online AvailableProgram page

Oakland

1 school

Samuel Merritt University

Social Work
  • Oakland, CA
MSW
Master of Social Work, MSWCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 2023Next CSWE review June 2027Part-Time, Advanced StandingProgram page

Oxnard

1 school

California Lutheran University

Psychology
  • Oxnard, CA
Clinical Psy.D.
DoctoralAPA: AccreditedAPA-accredited since April 21, 2015Next APA site visit 20342201 Outlet Center Drive, Ste 600

Palm Desert

1 school

California State University, San Bernardino

Social WorkOnline option
  • Palm Desert, CA
BSW
Bachelor of Arts in Social Work, BASWCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 2002Next CSWE review February 2027Full-TimeProgram page
MSW
Master of Social Work, MSWCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 1989Next CSWE review February 2027Full-Time, Part-Time, Advanced Standing, Online AvailableProgram page

Palo Alto

1 school

Palo Alto University

CounselingPsychology
  • Palo Alto, CA
Clinical Mental Health Counseling
M.A.CACREP: AccreditedCACREP graduates from Jul 2015Current accreditation cycle ends Oct 2033
Clinical Ph.D.
DoctoralAPA: AccreditedAPA-accredited since March 17, 1988Next APA site visit 20351791 Arastradero Rd.
Clinical Psy.D.
DoctoralAPA: AccreditedAPA-accredited since November 14, 2006Next APA site visit 20291791 Arastradero Road

Pasadena

2 schools

Fuller Theological Seminary

Psychology
  • Pasadena, CA
Clinical Ph.D.
DoctoralAPA: AccreditedAPA-accredited since December 05, 1972Next APA site visit 2029180 North Oakland Avenue
Clinical Psy.D.
DoctoralAPA: AccreditedAPA-accredited since December 05, 1972Next APA site visit 2028180 North Oakland Avenue

Saybrook University

Counseling
  • Pasadena, CA
Clinical Mental Health Counseling
M.A.CACREP: AccreditedCACREP graduates from Jan 2017Current accreditation cycle ends Oct 2027
Counselor Education and Supervision
Ph.D.CACREP: AccreditedCACREP graduates from Jul 2020Current accreditation cycle ends Oct 2027

Pleasant Hill

1 school

National University JFK School of Psychology

Psychology
  • Pleasant Hill, CA
Clinical Psy.D.
DoctoralAPA: AccreditedAPA-accredited since March 1, 2024Next APA site visit 2034100 Ellinwood Way

Rancho Cordova

1 school

California Northstate University

Psychology
  • Rancho Cordova, CA
Clinical Psy.D.
DoctoralAPA: AccreditedAPA-accredited since April 11, 2021Next APA site visit 20342920 Prospect Park Drive Ste. 210

Riverside

3 schools

California Baptist University

Social WorkPsychologyOnline option
  • Riverside, CA
BSW
Bachelor of Social Work, BSWCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 2021Next CSWE review October 2031Full-Time, Part-Time, Online AvailableProgram page
MSW
Master of Social Work, MSWCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 2016Next CSWE review February 2031Full-Time, Advanced Standing, Multiple cohorts per year, Weekends/Evening, Online AvailableProgram page
Clinical Psy.D.
DoctoralAPA: Accredited, on contingencyAPA-accredited since September 28, 20218432 Magnolia Avenue

La Sierra University

Social Work
  • Riverside, CA
BSW
Bachelor of Social Work, BSWCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 1979Next CSWE review February 2027Full-Time, Part-Time, Weekends/EveningProgram page

University of California, Riverside

Psychology
  • Riverside, CA
School Ph.D.
DoctoralAPA: AccreditedAPA-accredited since February 24, 2004Next APA site visit 2028900 University Avenue, 1207 Sproul Hall

Sacramento

3 schools

Alliant International University Sacramento

Psychology
  • Sacramento, CA
Clinical Psy.D.
DoctoralAPA: AccreditedAPA-accredited since June 03, 1994Next APA site visit 20282030 W. El Camino Avenue, Suite 200

California State University Sacramento

CounselingFamilySocial Work
  • Sacramento, CA
Rehabilitation Counseling
M.S.CACREP: AccreditedCACREP graduates from Jul 2017Current accreditation cycle ends Mar 2029
School Counseling
M.S.CACREP: AccreditedCACREP graduates from Jan 2019Current accreditation cycle ends Mar 2029
Marriage, Couple and Family Counseling
M.S.CACREP: AccreditedCACREP graduates from Jan 2019Current accreditation cycle ends Mar 2029
BSW
Bachelor of Arts in Social WorkListed as California State University, SacramentoCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 1983Next CSWE review October 2026Full-Time, Part-TimeProgram page
MSW
Master of Social Work, MSWListed as California State University, SacramentoCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 1966Next CSWE review October 2026Full-Time, Part-Time, Advanced StandingProgram page

University of the Pacific

Social WorkOnline option
  • Sacramento, CA
MSW
Master of Social Work, MSWCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 2020Next CSWE review October 2030Full-Time, Advanced Standing, Online AvailableProgram page

San Bernardino

3 schools

Azusa Pacific University

Social Work
  • San Bernardino, CA
MSW
Master of Social Work, MSWCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 2007Next CSWE review February 2031Full-Time, Part-Time, Advanced Standing, Multiple cohorts per yearProgram page

California State University San Bernardino

CounselingSocial WorkOnline option
  • San Bernardino, CA
Rehabilitation Counseling
M.S.CACREP: AccreditedCACREP graduates from Jul 2017Current accreditation cycle ends Apr 2033
BSW
Bachelor of Arts in Social Work, BASWListed as California State University, San BernardinoCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 2002Next CSWE review February 2027Full-TimeProgram page
MSW
Master of Social Work, MSWListed as California State University, San BernardinoCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 1989Next CSWE review February 2027Full-Time, Part-Time, Advanced Standing, Online AvailableProgram page

Loma Linda University

Social WorkOnline option
  • San Bernardino, CA
MSW
Master of Social Work, MSWCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 1995Next CSWE review February 2033Full-Time, Part-Time, Advanced Standing, Online AvailableProgram page

San Diego

5 schools

Alliant International University, San Diego

Psychology
  • San Diego, CA
Clinical Ph.D.
DoctoralAPA: AccreditedAPA-accredited since May 06, 1980Next APA site visit 203410455 Pomerado Road, Daley Hall 117
Clinical Psy.D.
DoctoralAPA: AccreditedAPA-accredited since May 26, 1994Next APA site visit 203510455 Pomerado Road, Daley Hall 205

Point Loma Nazarene University

Social Work
  • San Diego, CA
BSW
Bachelors of Arts in Social WorkCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 2008Next CSWE review October 2026Full-TimeProgram page
MSW
Master of Social Work, MSWCSWE: CandidacyCSWE-accredited since 2025 (pending)Next CSWE review February 2027Full-Time, Part-Time, Advanced Standing, Multiple cohorts per year, Weekends/EveningProgram page

San Diego State University

Social WorkPsychology
  • San Diego, CA
BSW
Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Arts and SciencesCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 1974Next CSWE review October 2033Full-Time, Part-TimeProgram page
MSW
Master of Social Work, MSWCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 1966Next CSWE review October 2033Full-Time, Part-Time, Advanced StandingProgram page
Clinical Ph.D.
DoctoralListed as San Diego State University - UC San DiegoAPA: AccreditedAPA-accredited since June 26, 1990Next APA site visit 20346363 Alvarado Court, Suite 103

University of San Diego

Counseling
  • San Diego, CA
Clinical Mental Health Counseling
M.A.CACREP: AccreditedCACREP graduates from Jul 2013Current accreditation cycle ends Apr 2034
School Counseling
M.A.CACREP: AccreditedCACREP graduates from Jul 2007Current accreditation cycle ends Apr 2034

University of Southern California

Social WorkOnline option
  • San Diego, CA
MSW
Master of Social Work, MSWCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 1922Next CSWE review October 2026Full-Time, Part-Time, Advanced Standing, Multiple cohorts per year, Weekends/Evening, Weekends Only, Online AvailableProgram page

San Francisco

2 schools

San Francisco State University

CounselingFamilySocial Work
  • San Francisco, CA
Clinical Mental Health Counseling
M.S.CACREP: AccreditedCACREP graduates from Jul 2018Current accreditation cycle ends Oct 2027
School Counseling
M.S.CACREP: AccreditedCACREP graduates from Sep 1976Current accreditation cycle ends Oct 2027
Marriage, Couple and Family Counseling
M.S.CACREP: AccreditedCACREP graduates from Apr 1990Current accreditation cycle ends Oct 2027
BSW
Bachelors of Arts in Social Work, BASWCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 1975Next CSWE review October 2026Full-TimeProgram page
MSW
Master of Social Work, MSWCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 1971Next CSWE review October 2026Full-TimeProgram page

University of San Francisco

Psychology
  • San Francisco, CA
Clinical Psy.D.
DoctoralAPA: Accredited – InactiveAPA-accredited since July 22, 2018Next APA site visit 20332130 Fulton Street

San Jose

1 school

San Jose State University

Social WorkOnline option
  • San Jose, CA
BSW
Bachelor of Arts in Social Work, BASWCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 1976Next CSWE review June 2031Full-Time, Part-TimeProgram page
MSW
Masters of Social Work, MSWCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 1973Next CSWE review June 2031Full-Time, Part-Time, Advanced Standing, Online AvailableProgram page

San Marcos

1 school

California State University, San Marcos

Social WorkOnline option
  • San Marcos, CA
MSW
Master of Social Work, MSWCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 2013Next CSWE review June 2028Full-Time, Part-Time, Advanced Standing, Weekends/Evening, Online AvailableProgram page

Santa Barbara

2 schools

Fielding Graduate University

Psychology
  • Santa Barbara, CA
Clinical Ph.D.
DoctoralAPA: AccreditedAPA-accredited since July 17, 1991Next APA site visit 20332020 De La Vina Street

University of California, Santa Barbara

Psychology
  • Santa Barbara, CA
Combined, Clinical-Counseling-School Ph.D.
DoctoralAPA: AccreditedAPA-accredited since December 07, 1990Next APA site visit 2030Bldg. 275, Room 4100

Santa Rosa

1 school

California State University, Long Beach

Social Work
  • Santa Rosa, CA
MSW
Master of Social Work, MSWCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 1987Next CSWE review February 2033Full-Time, Part-Time, Advanced Standing, Multiple cohorts per year, Weekends/EveningProgram page

Seaside

1 school

California State University, Monterey Bay

Social Work
  • Seaside, CA
MSW
Master of Social Work, MSWCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 2010Next CSWE review June 2027Full-TimeProgram page

Turlock

1 school

California State University, Stanislaus

Social WorkOnline option
  • Turlock, CA
MSW
Master of Social Work, MSWCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 1996Next CSWE review June 2034Full-Time, Part-Time, Multiple cohorts per year, Weekends/Evening, Online AvailableProgram page

Ventura

1 school

California State University, Long Beach

Social Work
  • Ventura, CA
MSW
Master of Social Work, MSWCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 1987Next CSWE review February 2033Full-Time, Part-Time, Advanced Standing, Multiple cohorts per year, Weekends/EveningProgram page

Visalia

1 school

Fresno Pacific University

Social Work
  • Visalia, CA
BSW
CSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 2016Next CSWE review June 2030Part-Time, Multiple cohorts per year, Weekends/EveningProgram page
MSW
Master of Social Work, MSWCSWE: CandidacyCSWE-accredited since 2023 (pending)Next CSWE review October 2026Full-Time, Advanced StandingProgram page

Whittier

1 school

Whittier College

Social Work
  • Whittier, CA
BSW
Bachelor of Arts, Social WorkCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 1977Next CSWE review October 2032Full-Time, Part-TimeProgram page

Online Programs Based in California

9 schools

CSWE lists these programs with no current campus site, only online delivery. You'll be licensed by the state where you practice, so check that board's rules too.

Alliant University

Social WorkOnline option
  • Online program based in CA
MSW
Master of Social Work, MSWCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 2022Next CSWE review February 2033Full-Time, Advanced Standing, Multiple cohorts per year, Weekends/Evening, Online AvailableProgram page

California State University, East Bay

Social Work
  • Online program based in CA
BSW
Bachelor of Social Work, BSWCSWE: CandidacyCSWE-accredited since 2025 (pending) & approved 1968-1970Next CSWE review February 2027Full-Time, Part-Time, Online Available, Former Name(s), California State University, HaywardProgram page

Loma Linda University

Social Work
  • Online program based in CA
DSW
Doctor of Social Work, DSWCSWE: CandidacyCSWE-accredited since 2025 (pending)Next CSWE review February 2027Full-Time, Online Available, Areas of Focus, Clinical Practice, Leadership/Administration, OtherProgram page

National University

Social WorkOnline option
  • Online program based in CA
MSW
Master of Social Work, MSWCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 2018Next CSWE review October 2029Full-Time, Part-Time, Advanced Standing, Online AvailableProgram page

Pacific Oaks College

Social WorkOnline option
  • Online program based in CA
BSW
Bachelor of Social Work, BSWCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 2020Next CSWE review June 2031Full-Time, Part-Time, Online AvailableProgram page
MSW
Master of Social Work, MSWCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 2020Next CSWE review October 2031Full-Time, Part-Time, Advanced Standing, Online AvailableProgram page

Palo Alto University

Social Work
  • Online program based in CA
MSW
Master of Social Work, MSWCSWE: CandidacyCSWE-accredited since 2024 (pending)Next CSWE review October 2026Full-Time, Advanced Standing, Online AvailableProgram page

Touro University Worldwide

Social WorkOnline option
  • Online program based in CA
BSW
Bachelor of Social Work, BSWCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 2020Next CSWE review February 2031Full-Time, Part-Time, Online AvailableProgram page

University of Massachusetts Global

Social WorkOnline option
  • Online program based in CA
MSW
Master of Social Work, MSWCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 2018Next CSWE review February 2033Full-Time, Part-Time, Advanced Standing, Multiple cohorts per year, Online AvailableProgram page

University of Southern California

Social Work
  • Online program based in CA
DSW
Doctor of Social Work, DSWCSWE: CandidacyCSWE-accredited since 2025 (pending)Full-Time, Multiple cohorts per year, Weekends/Evening, Online Available, Areas of Focus, Leadership/AdministrationProgram page

About California Behavioral Health Schools

78 schools in California run 18 CACREP counseling programs, 3 marriage, couple and family counseling programs, 71 CSWE social work programs and 38 APA-accredited psychology programs, spread across 45 cities. 15 of them train for more than one kind of license on the same campus.

What you need after graduating depends on the license. For California, see counselor licensure in California, MFT licensure in California, social work licensure in California and psychologist licensure in California.

Some credentials don't run through these degrees at all. For California, see substance abuse counselor requirements, peer specialist certification, PMHNP practice authority and behavior analyst licensure.

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Program names and accreditation statuses come from the CACREP and CSWE directories (as of September 27, 2026) and APA's 2025 list of accredited programs. Accreditation can change, so verify it with the accreditor (CACREP, CSWE, APA) and check admission details and costs with the school.
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