Generalist Field Practicum I. ((3 Credits))

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Prerequisite(s): Admission to the MSW program Provides students supervision in the application of essential social work knowledge and skills. Assists students in developing foundational interpersonal skills—such as reflective listening, conveying empathy, verbal following, exploring, and focusing—to build collaborative relationships with diverse clients. Teaches students to navigate complex ethical dilemmas in work with individuals, families, groups, communities, and organizations. Guides students through the social work helping process—engagement, assessment, intervention, closure, and evaluation of practice—with client systems. Refines students’ capacity to promote equity, address systemic barriers, and foster sustainable change within social work settings.