Preface
1 Field Instruction and the Social Work Curriculum
Overview
Why Field Instruction?
What Is the Role of the Faculty Field Liaison?
What Is the History of Field Instruction in Social Work?
What Are the Current Standards for Field Instruction?
Are There Different Types of Field Placements?
How Are Students Prepared for Field Instruction?
How Are Students in Field Placement Supervised?
How Are Classroom Learning and Field Instruction Integrated?
What Is the Purpose of Field Seminars?
Do Students with Undergraduate Field Instruction Get Credit When They Work toward a Master's Degree in Social Work?
Is It Possible for a Student to Have a Field Placement Where He or She Is Also Employed?
Exercises
2 The Partnership with Social Service Agencies
Overview
Why Do Agencies Accept Student Interns?
How Are Field Agencies Chosen?
How Are Field Instructors Selected?
How Are Agencies and Students Matched?
What Specifically Are Social Service Agencies Looking for in Student Interns?
A Strong Desire to Help Others
Interest and Ability to Function in a Particular Setting
Maturity
Honesty
What is the Difference Between Public and Private Agencies?
How Do I Gather Information on Possible Practicum Agencies Ahead of Time?
Exercises
3 Getting Started
Overview
How Do I Find an Agency That Meets My Needs?
Transportation
Scheduling
Supervision
Populations, Problem Areas, and Networking
Agency Value Base
How Do I Prepare for the Practicum Interview?
What Can I Do to Deemphasize Little or No Work Experience?
Is It Wise to Admit My Weaknesses?
How Should I Respond to Questions about My Educational Preparation?
How Should I Dress for the Practicum Agency?
How Do I Make a Good Impression?
Getting Oriented-What Can I Expect on the First Day?
How Do I Develop a Learning Contract?
Points to Remember about the...