A student in the program is required to have field instruction in two different agency settings. Placements are made both in South Bend and in various locations throughout the state. Field practicum is construed as a continuing process. Students in placement agencies are expected to meet professional service responsibilities. The school is responsible for arranging the field placements of the students.
Attention is given to the student s learning needs, professional goals, and interests.
Field instruction is available only to students who have been admitted as candidates for the M.S.W. degree. A total of 960 clock hours of practicum are required, with 320 hours in the foundation year and 640 hours in the concentration year. Practica are concurrent with course work. The association serves as an important channel of communication between students and faculty.