Skip to main content

Master’s of Social Work

Field Education

Field education is one of the most vital components of your social work education.

Based on your goals and desired learning experiences, our Field Education team will match you with one of the more than 1,200 agencies that we partner with in Ohio and across the United States.

Master of Social Work students are required to complete a total of 900 hours toward the practicum experience. MSW I students complete 4 hours in SWK 6188 and 224 hours in their field placement. MSW II and ASAP students complete 672 hours in their advanced field placement. The first-year placement is focused on generalist skills and building a foundation for the social work profession. In the advanced placement, students continue to develop competency and knowledge in an area of practice aligning with their chosen specialization.