Associate Professor/MSW Field Coordinator Texas Woman's University
An examination of student performance standards, variations in maintaining these standards, and the challenges associated with producing well-prepared social workers that we are willing to entrust with the lives of our loved ones.
Learning Objectives:
At the end of this session, attendees should be able to:
Analyze the role of practicum supervisors in social work gatekeeping, identifying key challenges and ethical considerations.
Evaluate existing training and support structures for practicum supervisors within their own institutions to determine gaps and areas for improvement.
Develop actionable strategies to strengthen practicum supervisors’ capacity as gatekeepers, ensuring ethical and professional competence in emerging social workers.
