SWRK 4310 - Field Experience I & Lab

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: Restrictions: Social Work majors only. Prerequisites: All general education and liberal arts courses; SWRK 2305, SWRK 2307, SWRK 3308, SWRK 3310, (or SOCI 4310), SWRK 3322, SWRK 3323, SWRK 3350, SWRK 3351.
The first of two courses in the Field Practicum sequence which is designed to provide supervision, educationally directed learning and application of classroom learning. In order to complete field experience courses, students are required to complete 410 clock hours of field practicum at agencies pre-approved by the Field Coordinator. Also, students are required to attend one hour weekly lab sessions which allow students the opportunities to integrate classroom knowledge and to expand learning beyond the scope of practicum. Critical assessment, implementation and evaluation of agency policy within ethical guidelines will occur during the field practicum and lab exercises. The practicum experience includes direct contact with clients, process recording, and participation in agency functions. Students engage in practical experience that will serve as the foundation for advanced experiences in the second semester of field experience.