NC Public Service Leadership Program
A free certificate program connecting North Carolina social work students, practitioners, and communities with hands-on public service experience, professional development, and a statewide network.
Find Your Path
PSLP offers tracks for every stage of your social work journey, from high school exploration to early-career practice.
PSLP Secondary Education
A yearlong introduction to social work and other related careers for high school students, with a hands-on summer experience, mentorship, and a first look at public service careers.
BSW Students
Deepen your knowledge and build resilience during your practicum year through monthly sessions, mentorship, and a statewide network of social work students.
MSW Students
Explore all five critical service domains during your practicum year, with advanced content, professional learning communities, and connections across NC’s coalition schools.
The 5 Critical Service Domains
25 Partner Campuses Across North Carolina
PSLP works with 25 partner campuses across North Carolina, from the mountains to the coast — home to 26 social work programs spanning BSW and MSW levels and preparing a diverse pipeline of social workers for public service careers.
Grant Sponsors
PSLP is made possible through generous grant support from:
Ready to Get Involved?
Whether you’re a student, practitioner, or community partner, PSLP has a path for you.