International Field Placement Application (PDF)
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International field placements can serve as one of the most transformative learning opportunities that a student can experience.
Helping students access and process these experiences serves as one of the central aims of the School’s Coordinator of International Programs. The School of Social Work works closely with The Capstone International Center to help provide students with a rewarding experience that gives them a global perspective of the social work profession.
Our international placement opportunities evolve depending on many factors, agency availability, supervisor availability and safety. We have established successful placements in:
The coordinator of International Programs works with students to create additional international field placement possibilities. Currently in planning are placements in India and Australia.
Admitted BSW and MSW field students who have completed the School’s field application through SWIS and passed a background check must also apply directly to the International Field Program. A final step in the process entails completion of an online study-abroad application to the Capstone International Center Education Abroad office.
For questions about the international application process and international field placements, contact Debra Nelson-Gardell, associate professor and coordinator of international programs, at (205) 348-2990 or dnelsong@sw.ua.edu.