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Definition of SW Part 1 of 3: Purpose of the Social Work profession
is to promote human and community well being
Definition of SW Part 2 of 3: Social Work is Guided by
A person and environment construct
A Global Perspective
Respect for Human Diversity
& Knowledge based on scientific inquiry
Definition of SW Part 3 of 3: Social Work's purpose is actualized through
it's quest for social and economic justice
the prevention of conditions that limit human rights
the elimination of poverty
& the enhancement of the quality of life for all persons
BSW =
Baccalaureate Social Work
MSW =
Graduate Social Work
BSW and MSW programs are accredited by
the Council on Social Work Education
, CSWE =
Council on Social Work Education
Being accredited by the Council on Social Work Education verifies...
that you meet the criteria defined by the various CSWE accredited programs.
Students in CSWE-accredited programs learn
the knowledge
values
ethics
and a variety of intervention techniques or skills to work with individuals, families, small
groups, communities, and organizations in order to solve problems and create change
Three levels of Social Work
1. BSW
2. MSW
3. MSW with two years postgraduate clinical practice
Applicants must pass the examination appropriate to their level of practice. For
Clinical Licensure, they must
also complete at least two years of post-MSW practice experience under the
supervision of a licensed clinical social worker
MSW and BSW-level social workers engage in
Micro and Macro Practice
Micro-practice =
direct services to individuals, families, and small groups
Macro-Practice=