SOCW 417 - Social Work Field Instruction

3 Credit Hours
This course provides the student an opportunity to work directly with client systems in an approved social service agency under the supervision of a professional social worker. Students will have an opportunity to integrate the knowledge, values and skills acquired in the classroom with real life practice experiences, and thus prepare themselves as generalist practitioners. This course will focus on the processes of intake, engagement, and assessment with individuals, families, groups, organizations and communities utilizing a generalist practice approach. The course will increase the student’s awareness and understanding of both their personal and professional selves within their role as a social work student and soon to be professional through the use of reflection and discernment.

Co-requisites: SOCW419

Course Attributes: Immersive Learning Experience

Levels: Graduate Undergraduate

College of Professional Sci Social Work