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Field Curriculum Social work majors take four field placement courses, Introduction to Social Work, Theory and Practice I, II, and III. Each of these courses focuses on a different aspect of social work practice. Pre-Professional Program Introduction to Social Work (SWRK - 225) - The placement in this course which students take during the sophomore year, is an introduction to the social work profession. The focus of the field placement is to introduce students to the social agencies as the base for practice, and to offer the students a beginning experience in feeling comfortable interacting with clients. Student work habits, comfort with the agency structure, and ability to engage clients is the aim of supervision. The students are expected to work 80 hours during one semester. This course serves as a screen for the student's continuation in the social work program, and is a requirement for admission to junior status in the program Professional Program Theory and Practice of Social Work I and II (SWRK - 325 and 326) - The placement in this course, which occurs during the junior year, focuses on social work intervention with micro systems (individuals, families and small groups). Students are assigned to a wide range of agencies in which social work is practiced. Sharing of experiences in class helps students to learn about practice in many settings. An in-depth examination of student practice, values and skills occurs during supervision. The student is expected to function as a beginning practitioner. The student is in the same placement for 200 hours for each of two semesters. Theory and Practice of Social Work III (SWRK - 327) - The placement in this course, which occurs in the first semester of the senior year, focuses on social work intervention with macro systems (communities and organizations). Field placements focus on social change, advocacy, planning and administration. Students are in this placement for 200 hours for one semester. Procedures
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