SOCW - 8700 Field Practicum IV (3)

Emphasizes the critical integration of all course work and practice activities to further knowledge and to refine the use of skills and values. This is the second course in a two-part practicum experience in the advanced curriculum offering a continuation of practice experiences in the school social work specialization. Provides candidates with the opportunity to complete a school social work internship in any approved school serving students from Pre-Kindergarten to Grade 12 (PK-21). Instructional Method: Supervisory. Semester Offered: Spring. Equivalent to SOCW-855. Prerequisite: SOCW-8600 and SOCW-8601. Restrictions: Must submit proof of recent background check to the Social Work Field Education Division of Governors State University prior to internship placement. Schools require students to pass a criminal background check in accordance with the Illinois School Code [105 ILCS 5/10-21.9 and 105 ILCS 5/34-18.5]. Corequisite: SOCW-8701.