SW 320 - Soc Work Field Pract & Sem

Institution:

Western Connecticut State University

Subject:

Description:

This is the first of a two-semester field experience in a social service agency. The field practicum is for 16 hours per week over a period of thirteen (13) weeks, and attendance at a two-hour weekly seminar is required each semester. The practicum is designed to provide students with direct experience in the actual delivery of social services within an assigned setting under the supervision of a professional social worker. Students will be actively involved in working with individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities. The seminar gives students the opportunity to conceptualize their experiences, apply knowledge to practice, and participate in peer learning. This is the first of a two-semester field experience in a social service agency. The field practicum is for 16 hours per week over a period of thirteen (13) weeks, and attendance at a two-hour weekly seminar is required each semester. The practicum is designed to provide students with direct experience in the actual delivery of social services within an assigned setting under the supervision of a professional social worker. Students will be actively involved in working with individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities. The seminar gives students the opportunity to conceptualize their experiences, apply knowledge to practice, and participate in peer learning. Fall semester. Prerequisite: Acceptance into senior standing in the major. Corequisite: SW 310, SW 315 and SW 325.

Credits:

2.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

Corequisites:

Exclusions:

Level:

Instructional Type:

Lecture

Notes:

Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.wcsu.edu

Phone Number:

(203) 837-8200

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

The Course Profile information is provided and updated by third parties including the respective institutions. While the institutions are able to update their information at any time, the information is not independently validated, and no party associated with this website can accept responsibility for its accuracy.