SWK 504 - Field Practicum I and Seminar I

Provides the generalist year first-semester agency based field and seminar internship experience. Completing two days (16 hours) of field instruction per week over 14 weeks each semester provides the required 448 hours of field practice in the first year. Educational learning objectives are developed by the student, field instructor, and faculty liaison to provide student learning opportunities in interaction with individuals, groups, organizations, and larger community systems. The Seminar is utilized to integrate course work and field instruction experiences in the generalist year. Assignments and student-generated discussions to enhance knowledge and skill development based on practice situations. Seminar faculty serve as the first- and second- semester field liaison for students in the practicum

Credits: 3