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Social Work Field Education

Experiential learning through our field education program complements classroom learning and gives the student the opportunity to build a foundation for ongoing professional growth.

Field Education is an integral part of the professional social work curriculum and requires a close cooperative relationship between the School of Social Work and the selected field sites who accept our students for the internship experience. 

Experiential learning complements classroom learning and gives the student the opportunity to build a sense of professional competence and identity that serves as a foundation for ongoing professional growth. Field education provides students with an opportunity to test classroom knowledge as well as to develop and refine skills in advanced integrated practice.

The field education experience is a prominent feature of both the BSW and MSW programs.  Students are required to complete field placements during their social work programs. 

Forms and Resources for Current Students Pre-Placement FAQs for Students

For any questions, please contact  Lindsey Rinehart, Field Education Director.

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Student Field Experience

An introduction to the BSW and MSW Field Experiences and Employement-based Placements. Be sure to review the listing of Pre-placement FAQs!

Information for Students

Information for Placement Agencies and Field Instructors

Learn more about becoming an approved Field Education Placement Site or serving as a Field Instructor.

Information for Agencies and Instructors

Field Education Forms and Guides

Important documents and resources for current students including the Field Education Handbook, contracts, assessments, and more.

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Field Education Training and Resources

Videos and presentations including Tevera How-to Videos, training for Agencies and Supervisors, and more.

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Specialized Programs

Information about special projects and grant-funded opportunities for social work students that also offer Field Education placements.

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