SOWK 4212 - Field Seminar I

Two credit hours.

Field Seminar I is the first of a two course seminar that provides the student with the opportunity to integrate knowledge and insights developed in the classroom by exploring the field experience through the group process. The practice model of engagement, assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation and termination is the basis for student learning and self-evaluation. This course introduces the student to “use of self” within the group context and utilizes presentations, case consultations, group process, agency resources, ethical dilemmas, and personal development to achieve professional awareness and identity. Student must receive a “B” or higher to move on to Field Seminar II.

Prerequisites: formal admission to BSW program; a “C” or better in SOWK 1301, SOWK 3303, SOWK 3304, SOWK 3313, SOWK 3314, SOWK 3302, SOWK 3331; a 2.5 cumulative GPA in all social work courses taken to date; a 2.5 overall GPA; and formal admission to the Field Experience.
Corequisites: SOWK 4341/SOWK 4541.
Prerequisite or Corequisite: SOWK 4332.