Field Manual for 2013-2014 - University of Maryland School of ...

5. To understand and interpret the history of the social work profession and its current structure
and issues.
6. To apply the knowledge and skills of a generalist social work perspective to practice with
systems of all sizes.
7. To apply the knowledge and skills of advanced social work practice in a method of
concentration and an area of specialization.
8. To critically analyze and apply knowledge of bio-psycho-social variables that affect individual
development and behavior, and use theoretical frameworks to understand the interactions
among individuals and between individuals and social systems (i.e. families, groups,
organizations, and communities).
9. To analyze the impact of social policies on client systems, workers, and agencies and
demonstrate skills for influencing policy formulation and change.
10. To evaluate relevant research studies and apply findings to practice, and demonstrate skills
in quantitative and qualitative research design, data analysis, and knowledge dissemination.
11. To conduct empirical evaluations of their own practice interventions and those of other
relevant systems.
12. To use communication skills differentially with a variety of client populations, colleagues,
and members of the community.
13. To use supervision and consultation appropriate to advanced practice in an area of
concentration.
14. To function successfully within the structure of organizations and service delivery systems
and seek necessary organizational change.
IV. OVERVIEW OF FIELD EDUCATION
It is through the integration of the theoretical material presented in the classroom and the
opportunity for guided practice available through field instruction that University of Maryland
School of Social Work students are prepared for professional practice. This integration of
classroom theory and the realities of practice is facilitated by the efforts of the agency Field
Instructor, the Faculty Liason, the student, and the classroom assignments that draw upon
Field content.
Field Education is a required part of the curriculum with specific learning objectives for the
student. These objectives are identified in the syllabus for each of the Field Education courses.
The appropriate syllabus is provided, as part of the Field Education manual, to the student and
the Field Instructor at the beginning of the academic year.
The purpose of this manual is to provide the agencies, the Field Instructors, and the students
with a description of the School’s Field Education model as well as the standards, policies,
and procedures that the Field Education Office utilizes in the selection of placement sites, the
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