Social Work Student Resources | Sociology & Social Work | BYU-Idaho

# Social Work Student Resources

Social Work is the application of theory, knowledge, skills, and values to enhance the social functioning of all people.

## Social Work and Students

Social Work focuses on people who are disadvantaged, disabled, or otherwise limited in their ability to participate fully in society. Social workers engage with individuals, small groups, and communities to accomplish this purpose.

## Social Work and Students

Social Work focuses on people who are disadvantaged, disabled, or otherwise limited in their ability to participate fully in society. Social workers engage with individuals, small groups, and communities to accomplish this purpose.

Apply to the Social Work Program

If you've met your program prerequisite requirements, you are ready to fill out the online application. 
 
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Application Deadlines

- Winter semester - first Friday in October.
- Spring semester - first Friday in February.
- Fall semester - first Friday in May.

## Program Resources

Internships

Social Work majors are required to do two 250-hour internships, for a total of 500 hours. An internship fair will be held to help students secure placements. See the internship guide.

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Social Work Society

Get involved and network with others interested in social work by joining the Social Work Society.

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Course Sequencing Document

Download the sequencing document to see the recommended list of classes and the order they should be taken.

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## Learning Experiences in the Social Work program

- Prepare to be a professional social worker by learning to act rather than be acted upon.
- Understand and apply social work professional values, ethics, and principles to social work practice.
- Use critical thinking skills within the context of professional social work practice.
- Develop professional knowledge and skills.
- Develop an understanding of human diversity, discrimination, oppression, and the mechanisms to advance or advocate for social and economic justice.
- Develop the ability to evaluate and conduct research.
- Apply knowledge of human behavior in the social environment.
- Learn to provide leadership in social policy and social service.
- Learn to effectively work with organizations and social systems to seek necessary change and services.
- Apply generalist social work knowledge and skills with systems of all sizes.
- Apply and integrate generalist social work practice in a Christian way.
- Explore fields of social work practice in greater depth through course work and internship experiences.

Additional Information

Program Prerequisite and Application Deadlines

Standards for Social Work Students

Social Work Learning Outcomes

Program Prerequisite and Application Deadlines

Standards for Social Work Students

Social Work Learning Outcomes

Program Prerequisite and Application Deadlines

Standards for Social Work Students

Social Work Learning Outcomes

Prerequisite for admission to The Social Work Program

Application is required for admission to the BYU-Idaho Social Work Program. Successful applicants must meet the following criteria: 

1. Complete the entire BYU-Idaho Social Work Program application.
2. Demonstrate potential of completion of all foundations education requirements before starting the BYU-Idaho Social Work Program.
3. Completed statement of psychological well-being,
4. Complete these prerequisites with at least a C-, SW 260, Soc 111, and Psych 111.

****Application Deadlines**** 

- Winter semester - first Friday in October.
- Spring semester - first Friday in February.
- Fall semester - first Friday in May.

Contact the Social Work Department if you have questions at (208) 496-4150.

Standards for Social Work Students

To qualify to participate in the program and pursue a degree in Social Work, students must meet pre requisites. This includes: 

- performing the essential functions required by the program
- meeting the appropriate programmatic standards

These standards should be met in the classroom, in field placements, and elsewhere in the program. In addition, as students at BYU-Idaho, students are expected to adhere to the moral and personal standards set by the Honor Code. 
 
By applying to and accepting admission into the Social Work program, students commit that they have the following abilities and attributes and will conduct themselves according to the following guidelines: 

### Motor Abilities

Students should: 

- fully participate in classes and field agency placement
- acquire and integrate data through use of their senses

Reasonable accommodation for a qualifying disability may be allowed, but it is the student's responsibility to obtain and relay the necessary information from the University Services for Students with a Disability office to each instructor and field supervisor. 

### Communication Skills

Students must: 

- have sufficient skills in written and spoken English
- the ability to process information expeditiously
- communicate effectively with instructors, other students, faculty members, staff, clients, and other professionals.

### Ethical standards

Students: 

- are ethically and professionally bound to adhere to the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) Code of Ethics
- adhere to pertinent Idaho statutes and applicable administrative codes
- demonstrate appreciation for empathy, diversity in society, and non-judgmental attitude in their interactions with others
- value confidentiality as the foundation to the profession of social work
- have sound interpersonal skills

### Knowledge base

Students need to: 

- learn and practice within the scope of social work's knowledge base
- recognize the distinctive components of the biopsychosocial perspective and social work methodologies

These principles must guide their work with clients and become the basis for their contribution to other related work. 

### Professionalism

Students are expected to: 

- demonstrate a commitment to professional conduct
- practice within the scope of social work
- adhere to the limit of their knowledge and skills in the delivery of services to clients
- respect others
- be punctual and dependable
- complete assignments and reports on time
- prioritize responsibilities
- reflect an appropriate understanding of the professional context through their appearance and personal demeanor

Conflict resolution should reflect respect for proper channels of authority, and feedback dealt with in a professional manner. Respect should be shown to: 

- fellow students
- faculty
- staff
- clients
- colleagues

Disrespect for others or any form of sexual harassment will not be tolerated. 

### Self-care

To minimize any adverse impact on schoolastic and professional performance, students need to: 

- recognize the signs of stress and emotional problems
- develop appropriate means of self-care
- seek supportive services when necessary

Students must be willing to seek and follow the advice of their faculty advisor regarding the appropriate maintenance of their academic, physical, or psychological health, which may include assessment and/or therapeutic services at the student's expense. 

**Note: Social workers often work with agencies that serve vulnerable populations, and as such, many agencies require their interns/workers to pass criminal background checks.

Brigham Young University Idaho Baccalaureate Social Work Program Assessment of Student Learning Outcomes

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## Program Manuals

Student Manual (doc)

The Student Manual provides an overview of the department, program, course work, program expectations, and more. 
 
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Field Manual (doc)

The Field Manual details the purposes and outcomes for the practicum and internship aspects of the program and other important information related to practicums and internships. 
 
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