Orientations

Student Practicum Education Orientation

Practicum Orientation is mandatory for Advanced Standing students and Foundation students who are taking practicum for the first time.  To clarify, "Advanced Standing" students are those students admitted with a BSW who will complete the program in one year, while "Advanced" students attended orientation previously for their Foundation year - these students do not need to attend this year.  Only new students need to attend.

The Practicum Orientation is held virtually in August.  Students must attend prior to starting their practicum. 

Part 1:  Attend a Virtual (Zoom) Student Orientation.

New students are expected to attend an practicum orientation on one of the dates below.  Please click on a date to register & receive the Zoom link.  Be sure to save the link.

STUDENT ORIENTATION DATES - Orientation dates will be updated this spring 2026. Please hold the week of August 24, 2026 open. 

    • DATES & TIMES for the Fall 2026 Orientation will be posted soon. Please check back.

Student Orientation Handouts

Orientation Slide Presentation

Part 2:  Watch Orientation Videos

Students entering practicum are required to review 2 videos prior to Orientation.

Practicum Education Videos

Video 1: Ethical Responsibilities, Code of Conduct, and Safety

Video 2: Use of Self: Compassion Satisfaction and Compassion Fatigue

 

Practicum Instructor Orientation
Welcome to Practicum Education at the University of Maryland School of Social Work!  
New Practicum Instructor Orientation
We invite you attend a virtual Practicum Instructor Orientation.  During the orientation we will review the instructor role and expectations, student assignments, and answer questions. (The orientation is not eligible for CEUs.) 
 
REGISTER:  Please select one of the following orientation dates:
  • New Orientation dates & times will be posted this spring 2026. Please check back to register.

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