SW 6540 - Advanced Practicum II

Institution:

Southern Utah University

Subject:

Social Work

Description:

This course is a continuation of SW 6530 to continue gaining competency in a social work practice setting. This course provides SW students with practical experience within a social work and/or social services agency in the specialist level of practice. Following SW 6530, SW 6540 builds upon competencies gained in the generalist practice or foundation practicum experience. Students will practice putting theory, skills, and other knowledge gained in social work coursework into professional practice under direct supervision of a field instructor who is an experienced social worker. Field education is offered as the central form of instruction and learning to socialize students to become practitioners. Integrates social work theory with practice. Reinforces purposes, values, and ethics of the social work profession. Fosters the integration of empirical and practice-based knowledge to promote the development of professional competence. This course specifically also challenges students to reflect on their beginning professional identity as a social worker and the skills learned over the course of two practicum assignments that they will take with them into the profession. (Spring, Summer) [Pass/Fail] Prerequisite(s): SW 6530 or instructor approval - Prerequisite Min. Grade: P Registration Restriction(s): MSW students only

Credits:

6.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

SW 6530

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Instructional Type:

Distance Education

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Institution Website:

www.suu.edu/

Phone Number:

(435) 586-7700

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Semester

General Education

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