Practicum Instructors/Agency Resources
May 21, 2023
Welcome practicum instructors and agencies! We appreciate your dedication to helping the UA School of Social work maintain our commitment to excellence in practicum education. Agency Partners Every year, the School of Social Work partners with more than 300 social service agencies nationally for student practicum placements. Our agencies provide students with learning experiences that […]
International Practicum Placement
May 21, 2023
Welcome to The University of Alabama School of Social Work International Practicum Placement Program! International practicum placements can serve as one of the most transformative learning opportunities that a student can experience. Helping students access and process these experiences serves as one of the central aims of the School’s Experiential Programs. The School of Social […]
PhD FAQs
May 20, 2023
Frequently Asked Questions about Our PhD Program
DSW FAQs
May 20, 2023
Frequently Asked Questions About Our Primarily Online DSW Program
PhD Program
May 20, 2023
Help Build Our Profession Through Scholarship MissionThe University of Alabama’s social work PhD program prepares social work scholars who develop and disseminate knowledge. Our PhD program prepares leaders in social work scholarship, research, and teaching. The curriculum addresses theory, research methods, and the critical evaluation of social work policies and practice. Students in our PhD […]
DSW Program
May 18, 2023
Earn Your DSW in Advanced Clinical Practice or Organizational Leadership The new DSW program is an exciting endeavor for students and faculty alike. It represents the continued commitment of the School of Social Work to strive towards excellence in social work and to improve the health and well-being of individuals, families, and communities, at the […]
Washington, D.C. Practicum Education Program
May 16, 2023
Of the over 600 social work schools in the nation, The University of Alabama School of Social Work is the only school outside of the Washington metro area that offers BSW and MSW students the unique opportunity to complete their semester-long practicum in Washington, DC. The program — which comprises the MSW DC Practicum Placement, BSW DC […]
MSW Practicum Education Program
May 16, 2023
Welcome current and prospective MSW students to the UA School of Social Work’s Practicum Education Program! Practicum is an important component of your graduate social work education. What’s Ahead Students are matched to agencies for their foundation placement. Placement assignments for this practicum education experience are made by the practicum education coordinators during prior semesters. […]
Applying for Practicum
May 15, 2023
This guide provides a step-by-step explanation of how to complete your Practicum Application online through our Social Work Information System, or SWIS. Please read through each section carefully as you complete your application, making special note of requirements, policies, and expectations. The Office of Experiential Programs is always available to address questions and concerns by […]
BSW Practicum Education Program
May 15, 2023
Welcome current and future BSW students. Starting your practicum is a rewarding experience. As a student in our Experiential Programs, you’ll work with seasoned social work professionals to develop a responsible, analytical approach to social work practice and discover areas you’re passionate about serving in to help others. What’s Ahead BSW Professional and BSW Honors […]