Behavioral Health Accelerated Degree Program Grants
Healthcare Industry
State Department and Agencies
Organizations Involved
National Association of Social Work-Michigan, various Schools of Social Work in Michigan, Community Mental Health, Michigan House of Representatives
Occupations Involved
Occupations Requiring an MSW
Workforce Development Focus
Increasing number of healthcare workers
Workforce Issues Addressed
Attracting individuals to work in a healthcare profession; Providing a benefit or incentive that encourages individuals to pursue a healthcare profession
Description
The FY 2023-24 House Fiscal Agency Appropriations includes a one-time appropriation that provides grants to individualswho agree to enter into an accelerated social work degree program and to work for at least 2 years within the public behavioral health sector after completion of their degree. The $5 million appropriation will provide $30,000 grants to at least 150 individuals.