Field Education
The Bachelor of Social Work program offers field placements as part of Social Work education. The placements give students the opportunity to use the training they have received so far to develop skills as a social worker under the supervision of an experienced Social Worker.
Near completion of the 300-level courses, the student submits a formal application for admission to the Field Practicum. Please consult with the Department for an admission application packet. The application materials are to be completed and turned into the Department Office, Swart Hall 230 by the announced due date. Only those who are formally admitted will be permitted to enroll in the 400-level courses.
View the NASW Code of Ethics.
FAQ
Question: Can students complete field hours during breaks in the academic year?
Answer: Students may complete field hours during the academic semester or weeks where interim classes are offered. However, students cannot complete field hours during breaks within the academic year when university courses are not offered or during the summer months.
BSW Field Coordinator
For questions relating to BSW Field, please contact bswfield@uwosh.edu
BSW Field Documents
For Students
- Student Learning Contract (Fillable Form or Sample Form)
For Agencies
- Agency Expectations of Students
Each Agency is asked to provide a list of expectations for students prior to their placement with that Agency. - Agency Description Form
BSW Field Agencies are asked to complete this form every year so BSW Students can be matched with the Agency that best fits the students professional goals and needs. - Agency Evaluation of Program
An evaluation of the Social Work program by the field placement agencies where the BSW students are placed. - Agency Field Instructor Resume
BSW Field Instructors are asked to provide a resume to the BSW Program every year before a student is placed with their Agency.
- Practice Behaviors Evaluative Tool
BSW Field Instructors should complete this form for field students twice per semester.
