1. What do you think advanced practice is and why, where are you getting this from? I believe that every advance class demands more from future masters level social workers. What I mean by “more” is not just research, papers, homework, discussions, etc., which is an element of advance level, but also looking at one’s self internally. Understanding our strengths, weaknesses, biases, experiences, etc. is something Bachelors of social worker and foundational level never would be challenged on. I believe that advance practice is different than foundation’s and BSW’s because it will be more hands on, more involved, and more challenging in understand out skills and experiences so far in the program. A person with a masters in social worker are open to more fields and careers than someone with a bachelors, and having these critical thinking skills are very important when working with various different clients, backgrounds, programs, mental and physical health issues, etc. Knowing our weaknesses and biases do not make use a worst social worker, it makes us more aware and stronger because we can recognize our deficits and correct those problems. Then we build from our strengths. Where did I get this from? Mostly from experiences and the learning contract. The wording and title alone would suggest that the program will require more critical thinking, more work, and more time than before now. Also, the classes that I had for advance so far was much different than foundation level
I want to be a social worker and a master’s degree is necessary for my desired profession as a social worker. I am driven to attend graduate school at this time in my life because I am also seeking that sense of fulfillment. My plans immediately following graduation is to pursue a job as a licensed child/family social worker or a clinical social worker. Five to seven years following graduation, I plan to become a supervisor or greater in the field of social
There are several goals that I hope to achieve by pursuing a graduate degree in Social Work. Pursuing a MSW will provide me with the knowledge, tools, and skills-set that will be fundamental to the achievement my career goals outlined below.
One of the greatest pieces of advice that I have received is that if you do something that you love, you will never work a day in your life. It took me changing my major three times to find what I am truly passionate about. After I changed my major to child and family studies I enjoyed learning everyday and applying what I learned from class into the real world. The knowledge that I obtained through my classes assisted me through my experiences as a nanny, a student worker for the department of child and family studies at Tarleton, and lastly through my internship at Gladney Center for Adoption this past summer. I had thought about pursuing a MSW since I switched to child and family studies. The few social work classes I was enrolled in have been some of my favorite material. Ultimately my internship through Gladney and my passion for adoption led to my final decision to pursue a masters in social work.
In our day today life we see advancements in various fields. Likewise nursing is a holistic profession where many changes have occurred. Throughout the nursing history it is the professionalization that has been a driving force for change (Barker. M, 2009 p20). From the period of Nightingale to the recent nursing there is much advancement in nursing practices. In the UK barriers for advanced nursing practice has been decreased for past 20 years as the legislative reforms have swept the nation (Pearson, 2004). Advanced practice and specialist practice role have emerged in many parts of the world and the educational standards also set for these practices. The advanced practice role
On many levels, I secretly desire to be this professional social worker that has experienced many different realms of social work practice. As I maneuver through my first couple days of field, many questions run through my mind as to what’s to be expected of a master’s level social work. Although, I’ve only had the pleasure of working children and families as a social worker; it has broaden my desire to want to know more.
I am not sure if my experiences as a first-year social work graduate student exactly mirror that of others. Actually, I believe it is unfair to assume that there is one “standard” experience of a student in this field, as the beauty of this profession is that it attracts people with a rich, and diverse array of experience that it is impossible to identify a “typical” student or social worker. With that being understood, I find it unsettling
One thing that I have always been certain of when it comes to my future is that I want to inspire, help, and have a positive impact on as much people as possible. I want to fight for those that have no voice and create any necessary social change in my community. The field of social work would help me accomplish that. Social work is a broad field where I would be able to work with various populations of people throughout the community ranging from children to the elderly. I believe that by pursuing a master’s degree in social work I will have a sense of deep satisfaction knowing that I will be prepared to face any obstacle in my future as a social worker. I am aware that social work can be challenging but knowing that I will be able to advocate for others that are helpless and fight for social justice will be very rewarding. I first became interested in social work seven years ago, after my aunt and her husband decided to become foster parents, I would help my aunt take care of the children, and they were all very sweet kids that I will never forget. My aunt and her husband were given the opportunity to adopt a 5-year-old girl and shortly after were able to adopt her newborn sister. It was a very joyous day for our family when the adoption was finalized. During that time I met their social worker, she was a very kind and knowledgeable woman that inspired me to pursue a career in social work. I admired how passionate she was about her job and how much she enjoyed making an
Social workers have to be adaptive to every changing social situation and issues therefore continued personal and professional learning is vital for improvement of social services (Schmidt, 2016). This is reiterated within the HCPC Standard of Proficiency 3.3, as a social work I need to take responsibility for my own learning, implementing a process of carer long learning. I've used my learning from university and from first placement to highlight both my strengths and weaknesses, it also made me realised even though I feel I'm strong in a particular area they is still room for further development.
One of the strengths of this syllabus is the learning outcomes of the course based on the educational policy and accreditation standards [EPAs] of the Council of Social Work Education [CSWE]. The presentation of EPAs competencies, which implicates what students will be able to do if they complete the course successfully, helps construct students’ perception of the course’s purpose in the preparation for their future as social workers. The syllabus also does a good job when connecting social work core competencies with practice behaviors and related assignments. In short, at the first two pages, the syllabus would help students perceive clearly the objectives and expectations they could set up for themselves during the
Another reason why I want to obtain my master’s degree in social work, is to be as educated as possible in the profession. According to code of ethics a social worker has an obligation to be competent and knowledgeable. While working my internship I realized how much I’ve learned in my undergraduate courses and how much I didn’t know about direct practice. During my internship the agency I volunteer for serves clients ages 60 and older. Going into the field I knew the necessary social work skills such
I believe social work is a passion and is consistent with my personality traits: loyalty, commitment, and personal servitude. This passion coupled with the forthcoming skills gained from an MSW degree at Florida International University, I will have the honor of becoming a professional social worker with unlimited possibilities to advocate, provide direct services or lead an organization-all of which will lead to my ultimate goal of positively affecting the lives of vulnerable people. FIU offers a quality, high-intensity program that will surely equip me with the tools to do this great profession and act of public service
Continuing education is very important when working in the field of social work .Social Work is a field that is constantly advancing and you need to be competent in the arena you want to be specialized in. So it is essential to be updated on current events and research. As you continuing your education you are also opening up a door for more opportunities learning more skills to enhance your ability to be a more effective social worker. Conducting research is very important when you are trying to implement programs and gain more knowledge on different subject. It is a essential need when trying to use the best approaches when working with your client .Self -Assessments is very significant tool when being a social worker
After I graduated from the University of California Santa Barbara I was unsure what my next step would be. Of course I was anxious since I did not have experience working nor did I excel in my undergrad studies however, I knew I needed to use my newly earned degree in a positive way. Fast forward, after working for two years, I have gained the skills, knowledge and values from my work experiences that have confirmed my desire to advance my education in the social work field. I currently have my own case load of clients as a case manager at a level 12 group home but it’s time to take the next step forward. I want to ultimately advance social justice and provide services to assist individuals, families, groups, organizations and communities.
The Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) is a national association of educational programs and individuals that confirms and improves the quality of social work education to become a professional job. CSWE puts in a countless amount of effort to strive for this mission by setting up a bachelor's and master’s degree programs in social work. On the other hand, the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) is the largest membership organization of professional social workers in the world, with approximately 132,000 members. To be more specific, NASW has a determination to intensify the maturity and developmental process of its members. The main goal is to retain professional standards and to create fair social policies. NASW progresses
Every worthwhile journey begins with one step. My social work journey began when I received my undergraduate degree from the University of Utah in 2003. I thought my next step would be to immediately pursue a graduate degree. In my undergraduate career I had taken numerous classes from the College of Social and Behavioral Science and had done well in those classes. In my Social Work as a Profession course I had an assignment to shadow a social worker and write a paper about my experience. I chose to shadow my father-in-law, a social worker with over 30 years of experience, and in my paper I expressed my desire to go into the social work field. I knew I liked helping people. I knew I liked problem solving and critical thinking. I thought my 22 year-old self was ready to embark on that journey, but I wasn’t. I realize now that what I lacked at graduation was one crucial step… perspective. Over the past twelve years I have gained that much needed perspective and have taken many steps forward in my journey, and with those steps and that increased perspective, I now feel more fully prepared to begin my social work career.