who can take sifi course

SIFI is 12 sessions for those who have never supervised MSW students, or three sessions for instructors who have taken field education trainings from another school of social work. On a case-by-case basis we could consider waiving the SIFI requirement depending on a field instructor’s experience. Check out our SIFI web page for more details.

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What is a Sifi course?

SIFI is a mandatory course given, free of charge, offered by graduate schools of social work in the New York City area. Once completed at any of these schools, it need not be taken again.

How do I apply to host a student at Sifi?

If your agency has not registered as an available site to host a student, please complete the Placement Request Form. The registration form for the Spring SIFI 2022 application process can be found here. All courses will be offered remotely and live.

How many sessions of Sifi do I Need?

SIFI is 12 sessions for those who have never supervised MSW students, or three sessions for instructors who have taken field education trainings from another school of social work. On a case-by-case basis we could consider waiving the SIFI requirement depending on a field instructor’s experience.

Are Sifi offerings available for the spring 2022 semester?

Given the current demand SIFI offerings will be on a first come first serve basis for potential field instructors who have agreed to support a CSSW student for the Spring 2022 cohort. Please note: There is no Series II for the Spring 2022 Semester.

How do I get a Sifi?

SIFI is 12 sessions for those who have never supervised MSW students, or three sessions for instructors who have taken field education trainings from another school of social work. On a case-by-case basis we could consider waiving the SIFI requirement depending on a field instructor's experience.

What is a field instructor?

A field instructor is a licensed social worker who provides a social work student with one hour of supervision per week for the duration of the practicum.

What makes a good field instructor?

All field instructors and agency task supervisors should have the interest and ability to teach, the ability to conceptualize and articulate information, provide learning assignments and practice opportunities for students to demonstrate and eventually master the core or advanced competencies based upon measurable ...

What is a field liaison?

Liaisons serve as the primary link between student field placements and the social work department. Their role is to support and guide the student and field instructor through the field experience for the duration of the academic year. ▪ Liaisons facilitate regular field seminars throughout each semester.

What is SIFI certification?

Seminar in Field Education (SIFI) Certification is a mandatory course and provides support to first-time Field Instructors. SIFI is a mandatory course given, free of charge, offered by graduate schools of social work in the New York City area. Once completed at any of these schools, it need not be taken again.

How many hours are required for field placement in 2020?

Students whose field placement completion dates occur after December 31, 2020, will be expected to complete the full 400 or 900 hours in compliance with AS 2.2.5. Remote field activity, as well as field supervision and field seminar hours, ...

What is field education?

Field Education. Field education is considered the social work "signature" pedagogy. It integrates your course work with practical field learning experiences purposefully and cohesively. Inquiries and comments concerning information about Field Education should be directed to the Director of Field Education, Cathleen Lilavois, LCSW, ...

Can scholars attend internships on weekends?

However, evening and weekend accommodations are not guaranteed. In these special circumstances, scholars are approved to attend internships during unconventional hours such as evenings/weekends (flexible schedule) under the supervision of an approved task or clinical supervisor).

Is SIFI in-class or on-line?

The SIFI course is taken throughout the fall semester and may be offered as in-class or through on-line instruction and may be taken concurrently with first experience offering field instruction to York MSW Scholars. All field instructors are granted the use of the York College, CUNY library.

What we look for in a field agency

Provide students the opportunity to develop an identity as a professional social worker and conduct themselves accordingly by providing learning experiences that enable the student to demonstrate the nine competencies

Seminar in Field Instruction (SIFI)

Rutgers offers an online course in field instruction, also known as SIFI, that offers 20 CEU’s for your participation. The online course runs throughout the year and is self-paced, offering the opportunity to learn more about the supervision process, as well as the field placement process.