The provision of social work services to clients requires a high level of professionalism.
Social work is a high-stress profession.
In order to successfully practice this profession, a social worker must not only possess expert skills and knowledge but also must be psychologically healthy. If this level is not reached before a student begins working with clients, the effects can be detrimental to both student and client. In addition, Brigham Young University, the School of Social Work, the student and cooperating community social service agencies may be held responsible should a social work intern's level of personal functioning interfere with the delivery of quality professional services. Therefore, you may be denied admission into the School of Social Work at Brigham Young University as being unqualified if you have psychological impairments that may negatively affect your ability to deliver quality professional services. If this is the case, it is suggested that you receive professional help and thereby become psychologically qualified to provide service in this demanding field.