A psycho-educational learning framework for international field work abroad

International field work training has focused mainly on the importance of support systems and supervision. However, to the best of our knowledge, there is no detailed framework that specifies the components and strategies that should be included. To fill this gap, this article will explore the use o...

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Published in:International social work 2017-07, Vol.60 (4), p.954-965
Main Author: Ranz, Rebecca
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Educational programs
Fieldwork
International
Learning
Practice placements
Professional training
Social education
Social support
Social work
Social work education
Supervision
Training
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Summary:International field work training has focused mainly on the importance of support systems and supervision. However, to the best of our knowledge, there is no detailed framework that specifies the components and strategies that should be included. To fill this gap, this article will explore the use of an experiential 3-week psycho-educational training seminar. Four main components were developed for the psycho-educational seminar on the basis of the approach to traditional field work practicum. In addition, five strategies were adopted to achieve these components. Practical guidelines are proposed for training social work students in international field work abroad.
ISSN:0020-8728
1461-7234
DOI:10.1177/0020872815594227