Field Education
Field education is an integral part of the social work program at OLLU. The Worden School of Social Service has established partnerships with an extensive network of public and private social service agencies to provide students with a wide range of opportunities for internships.
What is Field Education?
Field education is a collaboration of the student, field instructor and OLLU faculty liaison. Using the framework established by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) Educational Policy and Accreditation Standards, and the guidance from the field instructor and faculty liaison, students complete an educational plan and bi-weekly supervisory logs that allow them to chronicle, document and reflect upon their learning activities.
BSW and MSW students work with the staff in the Field Education Office to find placements that align with their goals.
Field Education Forms and Resources
BSW Requirements and Resources
BSW students complete 450 hours of field education.
- BSW Field Education Manual
- All-in-One Education Plan and Assessment Form (BSW students only)
- Field Education for Online BSW Students
MSW Requirements and Resources
MSW Foundation students complete 225 hours per semester over an academic year for a total of 450 hours in the same placement setting. MSW Advanced students complete a 500-hour block placement to fulfill the degree requirements.
- MSW Field Education Manual
- MSW Foundation All-in-One Education Plan and Assessment Form
- MSW Advanced All-in-One Education Plan and Assessment Form
Field Education Team Contact Information
Blaire Curtis
Field Education Specialist
210-338-3516
bcurtis@ollusa.edu
Jessica Tafolla
Field Education Coordinator
210-528-7142
fielded@ollusa.edu
Jacob Sanchez
Director of Field Education
210-528-6844
jlsanchez@ollusa.edu