SOWK 2461 Social Work Field Experience III
This course is a continuation of the SOWK 1460 and SOWK 2460. This 96-hour supervised field experience is designed to give the student an opportunity to integrate previous academic learning with practical experiences in a social work setting. The student will evaluate areas of social work and social welfare through volunteer placement with an agency providing services to individuals or groups. A weekly seminar, in addition to the agency hours worked, is required. Prerequisites: Completion of SOWK 1460 and SOWK 2460. (1 lect., 6 lab)
Major Topics
- Social work theory and practice
- Professional skills within agencies
- Confidentiality
- Client evaluation and assessment process
- Social work services and offerings within communities
- Field experience assessment
Outcomes
In order to successfully complete this course, the student will:
1. Apply critical thinking skills within the context of social work theory, principles, and practice.
2. Analyze specific client situations, the agency delivery systems available for service, and the appropriate helping process.
3. Demonstrate professionalism within community social work agencies.
4. Assess personal commitment, capability, and potential for growth in the field of social work.
5. Develop a professional portfolio that highlights experience from social work field placement.