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Fayetteville State UniversityCollege of Arts and SciencesSCHOOL OF SOCIAL WORKMaster of Social Work ProgramSection I: Student Handbook andSection II: Field Education ManualDr. Quienton L. Nichols, MSW DirectorSchool of Social Work1200 Murchison RoadFayetteville, North Carolina 28301910-672-2675i
Fayetteville State UniversityCollege of Arts and SciencesSCHOOL OF SOCIAL WORKMASTER OF SOCIAL WORK PROGRAMSTUDENT HANDBOOKii
Greetings from the Associate DeanGreetings and welcome to the School of Social Work at Fayetteville State University. Ourvalues of service, social justice, the dignity and worth of all persons, the importance ofhuman relationships, integrity, competence, human rights, and scientific inquiry are thevalues of the profession of social work. Here, you will join classmates that are from diversebackgrounds including cultures, races, religions, orientations and genders, and havedifferent life experiences. We celebrate and embrace diversity and difference, and wecelebrate and embrace each of you.As you endeavor to pursue the Master of Social Work degree at Fayetteville StateUniversity, you will find that you will be challenged to pursue excellence in education. Youwill meet a unique collection of faculty, staff and administrators who are here to help youand who have created an environment that allows for optimal learning. Like you, we thefaculty have traveled the path you are now taking that will lead to one of the most coveteddegrees in this millennium, the Master of Social Work degree.As you travel this new-found journey please visit with us, join our research and writingteams, be engaged and make the most of this experience. Please know that we are here foryou and we are invested in your success. The Student Handbook is a road map that willenable you to navigate your path as Master of Social Work student. Please read it fromcover to cover and reflect on it often.As your Associate Dean, I look forward to meeting each of you, joining you in theclassroom, walking beside you, and celebrating with you when the journey is finished.Again, welcome and ENJOY!“Proud to Be”Sharon E. Stephens Williamsiii
Greeting from the Director of the MSW ProgramOn behalf of the MSW faculty and staff, I welcome you to the School of Social WorkMaster of Social Work Program at Fayetteville State University. The primary purpose of theMaster of Social Work Program Student Handbook is to orientate you to the Master ofSocial Work Program and the University. Information, guidelines, curriculum, and policiesregarding the MSW Program are provided to guide you in your successful completion of theMSW Program.It is important to note that you should have two manuals: (1) the MSW Student Handbookand (2) the MSW Field Practicum Manual. The MSW Student Handbook addressesacademic and campus policies and procedures; while, the MSW Field Practicum Manualaddresses policies and procedures pertaining to a student’s field practicum. Please becomevery become familiar with both manuals as they will ensure that you have access to theinformation needed to successfully matriculate and complete the MSW Program.The mission of our program is to prepare students for professional social work practice andleadership with a focus on issues concerning children, families, mental health and substanceabuse. Our program is designed to produce social workers with the knowledge and skillsnecessary to provide leadership in addressing the complexity of problems encountered inrural, urban and military settings. The curriculum prepares students to become leaders andadvocates for socio-economic justice in a multicultural society. You will become a part ofan educational community that brings together faculty, social work professionals, andstudents for collaborative learning.Our faculty members have impressive teaching qualifications and social work practiceexperiences. Faculty members value students and are invested in student learning andprovide coherent, concise and comprehensive approaches to learning. The MSW Programmaintains outstanding relationships with professional associations and organizations onlocal, state and national levels. These relationships are established through our social workfaculty members. Faculty members are active participants on local, state and national boardsand they share their areas of expertise by serving as consultants, publishing and presentingtheir research at local and national conferences.Please know that we are delighted that you chose Fayetteville State University as theinstitution to pursue your MSW degree and are dedicated to providing you excellence ineducation, professionalism and ethics.iv
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact my colleagues or me at any time. Thefaculty, staff, and I look forward to working with you.Best wishes,Dr. Quienton L. NicholsQuienton L. Nichols, PhD, MSW, BC-HSPMSW Program Directorv
FAYETTEVILLE STATE UNIVERSITYSECTION I: MASTER OF SOCIAL WORK PROGRAMSTUDENT HANDBOOKTABLE OF CONTENTSAbout Fayetteville State University . 4History .4School of Social Work Mission Statement .7Master Social Work Program Mission Statement, Goals and Competencies . 7MSW Program Goals . 8Council on Social Work Education . 8Specialty Competencies .11Children and Family Services Specialty .11Mental Health Specialty .12Academic Regulations . 14Admission Requirements .14Credit for Work and Life Experience Not Given.16Documents to be Submitted for Admission: . 16Transfer of Credit.16Student Advisement. . 17Class Attendance .18Student Evaluation and Performance . 18Grading . .18Repeating Courses . 19Incomplete Grades . . 19Grading for Field Placement. . 19Graduation Requirements. .20Time Limit for MSW Degree Completion. 20Registration .20Student Organizations and Activities.21MSW Student Association .21National Association of Social Workers .21FSU Student Chapter National Association of Black Social Workers . 21Phi Alpha Honor Society . 22Peace Corps .22Black Feminist Scholars Student Organization . 22School of Social Work Advisory Council .23Professional Development .23School of Social Work Lecture Series . 23vi
Professional Organizations .23MASTER OF SOCIAL WORK COURSE INFORMATIONMSW Program Plan of Study . 24MSW Program of Study:Foundation Courses. . 24Advanced Courses . 24Child and Family Services Specialty . 24Mental Health Services Specialty .24Weekend/Part-time Program (3 years) . 28A.Advanced Standing Curriculum Plan. 28B. .MSW Conceptual Framework .29C. .Military Behavioral Health Certificate Program. 33D.Admission Requirements . . 33E. .Certificate Program in Substance Abuse Studies Admission Requirements. .34F. .Field Practicum. .35G.Course Electives .35Student Services .36Student Photo Identification Card .36Computer Labs. . 36Charles Chesnutt Library . . 37Copying Services . . 38Parking . . 38Cafeteria Snack Bar . . 39Services to Students with Disabilities . . 39Career and Employment Services . .40School of Social Work Bulletin Boards and Emails . .40Policies and Procedures . .40Credit for Life and Work Not Given. .40National Association of Social Workers Code of Ethics . . 40Confidentiality Guidelines . .41Class Assignments . .41Grounds for Suspension and Dismissal. . 43Procedures for Termination Part I. .44vii
Procedures for Termination Part II . .44Withdrawal and Readmission . 45Grievances and Appeals . 46Grade Appeal. .46Final Grade Change. . 46Written Complaint Procedure .47Non-Academic Complaints:.47Human Subjects Guidelines . 4 7University Policy on Affirmative Action . 48Americans with Disabilities Act Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act ComplaintProcedures. .48Policy on Sexual Harassment. 50Sexual Harassment Mediators. 51Complaint Procedures . 53Appendices . 56Council on Social Work Education: .572015 Educational Policy and Accreditation Standards (EPAS)National Association of Social Workers Code of Ethics . 72NASW Principles for Cultural Competence .95NOTICE: While every attempt has been made to assure that this Student Handbook containscorrect and updated information, the university reserves the right to alter the policies, rules,regulations procedures and the MSW Program at any time.viii
SECTION II: MASTER OF SOCIAL WORK PROGRAM FIELD EDUCATIONMANUALINTRODUCTIONPurpose of MSW Field Education ManualMISSION .91Mission of Fayetteville State University.91Mission of Master of Social Work Program .92MSW GOALS & OBJECTIVES, CONCEPTUAL FRAMEWORKS ANDCURRICULUMMSW Program Goals and Objectives .92MSW Program Conceptual Framework.96MSW Foundation Curriculum .98MSW Advanced Curriculum .98Advanced Standing Curriculum Plan.104FIELD EDUCATION2015 EPAS Field Education Competencies and Practice Behaviors .104Concurrent Field Model .107MSW Broad Field Education Objectives .107Foundation Field Education Course Descriptions and Objectives .108Foundation Field Education Objectives .108Advanced Field Education Course Descriptions and Objectives .111Advanced Field Education Objectives .111FIELD EDUCATION STANDARDSRoles and Responsibilities .
Master of Social Work Program at Fayetteville State University. The primary purpose of the Master of Social Work Program Student Handbook is to orientate you to the Master of Social Work Program and the University. Information, guidelines, curriculum, and policies regarding the MSW Program are provided to guide you in your successful completion .
