Social Work Practicum and Supervision

Explore the multifaceted world of social work through comprehensive insights into practicum, supervision, and diverse practice settings.

Social Work Practicum and Supervision

1 Social Work Practicum- Concept, Meaning, Nature, Importance and Scope

  1. Definition of Social Work Practice
  2. Models of Social Work Practicum
  3. Central Themes in Social Work Practicum
  4. Social Work Practicum Approaches
  5. Competencies Required for Social Work
  6. Ethical and Legal Issues in Social Work

2 History of Social Work Practicum- Development of Field Education

  1. History of Social Work Practice in the US
  2. Volunteering and Social Work as an Occupation
  3. Emergence of Social Work as a Profession in the US
  4. Elitist Model to the Present
  5. Inter-disciplinary Practice and Education

3 Social Work Practicum- Global and National Scenario

  1. Global Standards for Field Education and Training
  2. Field Education in a Developing Country
  3. Problems in Conceptualizing Field Training
  4. Illustrations and Applications in India

4 Social Work Practicum in Open and Distance Learning

  1. Field Practicum in Conventional and Distance Education Systems
  2. Field Practicum in Social Work Education in the Distance Mode – Overseas
  3. Field Practicum in Social Work Education in the Distance Mode – IGNOU Model
  4. Fieldwork through ODL – The Effectiveness

5 Orientation for Social Work Practicum

  1. Social Work as a Profession
  2. Orientation to the Practicum
  3. International Practicums through Student Exchanges

6 Roles and Expectations in Social Work Practicum

  1. Roles and Expectations in the Social Work Practicum
  2. Student’s Expectations of the Field Supervisor
  3. Learning Expectations While Working with Individuals, Families, and Groups
  4. Learning Expectations While Working with Organizations and Communities

7 Roles and Expectations of Social Work Training Institute

  1. Minimum Criteria for Social Work Training Institute
  2. Field Work Standards and Activities; Employment Based Practicums
  3. Student Learning Expectations and Responsibilities
  4. University-Agency Partnership: The Contractual Agreement
  5. International Policies Regarding Accreditation and Standards

8 Principles and Skills for Social Work and Agency Practice

  1. Principles for Social Work Practice
  2. Communication Skills for Social Workers
  3. Guidelines for Agency Practice

9 Models and Modes of Social Work Supervision

  1. Definition and General Functions of Supervision
  2. Developmental and Task Models of Supervision
  3. Modes of Supervision
  4. Cultural and Administrative Context of Supervision

10 Administrative and Environmental Aspects in Social Work Supervision

  1. Introduction
  2. Orientation to Field Work Supervision: Roles and Expectations
  3. The Supervisory Relationship: Styles of Supervision
  4. Appropriate Use of Supervision
  5. Dealing with Conflict in Supervision

11 Supportive Functions in Supervision

  1. Introduction
  2. Common Stressors Leading to Burnout and Compassion Fatigue
  3. Impact of Stress on Professional Functioning
  4. Using Supervision to Deal with Stress: Maintaining Professional Boundaries
  5. Dealing with Conflict in Supervision

12 Field Practicum Supervision in Distance Learning Mode

  1. Introduction
  2. Supervision in the ODL Mode: By Faculty and/or Professional Social Worker at the Placement
  3. Functions of the Supervisor: Educational; Administrative; Helping
  4. Roles of the Supervisor
  5. Qualities of a Supervisor
  6. Supervising Field Practicum: Some Important Issues

13 Individuals, Family and Community

  1. Field Work Practice with Individuals
  2. Field Work Practice with Families
  3. Field Work Practice with Communities

14 Medical, Psychiatry and Child Care

  1. Social Work Practice in a Health Care Setting
  2. Role and Responsibilities of Social Workers in Health Care Settings
  3. Areas for Practice in Health Care Social Work
  4. Social Work Practice in Child Care Setting

15 Education and Research

  1. Social Work Practicum in the Education Sector
  2. School Social Work: Implications and Possibilities
  3. University, College Students and Youth Groups
  4. Social Work Practicum in Research Settings

16 Correctional Services

  1. Definitions and Philosophy
  2. History of Prison in India
  3. Correctional Administration
  4. Correctional Social Work
  5. Role of NGOs

17 Corporate Sector, Donor Agencies and NGOs

  1. Corporate Social Responsibility in India
  2. Social Work Practicum in the Corporate Sector
  3. Field Work in NGOs
  4. Field Work in Donor Agencies