MSW 535 - Generalist Field Practicum I

This course is the first of two generalist field practicum courses where students practice each of the 9 Council on Social Work Education competencies in an agency under the supervision of an approved MSW field instructor. Students will work with clients in an agency for 200 contact hours to earn clinical experience in a social work role. Students will have online journal and discussion board assignments in conjunction with their field practicum to discuss the integration of classroom curriculum and field education. Topics include application of the NASW Code of Ethics, relevant laws and regulations, models for ethical decision-making, ethical conduct of research, evidence-based practice, cultural awareness and humility, and social work theory. Students will use reflection and self-regulation to manage personal values and maintain professional boundaries in practice situations. Students will be monitored throughout the field experience including formal evaluation of competency proficiency at the mid-term and final stages of the practicum. Semester Credit Hours: 3.00 Contact Hours: 0/0/200/200 Prerequisites: MSW 510 Perspectives on Diversity and Global Society and MSW 520 Generalist Social Work with Individuals/Families/Groups. Corequisites: None.