Admission to Field

Students apply for the field practicum (SW490) when they have completed or are enrolled in Practice of Social Work II (SW422).  Time is allotted throughout the semester in SW422 to guide students through the completion of the application process as well as to provide a beginning orientation to field practicum.

The Process

The application process includes: (1) submitting a completed application package; (2) meeting with the Field Director to discuss placement site availability and student perference; (3) participating in a pre-placement interview with the prospective agency field supervisor; and (4) engaging in a follow-up discussion with the Field Director to finalize an agency placement. (For additional information refer to Student Handbook).

 

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