🚨 Starting your social work internship or practicum placement? Whether you’re in a BSW program or MSW program, these are the 3 things I wish I knew before starting my field placement. This video covers how to handle internship nerves, why shadowing social workers is essential, and how to learn from clients in your social work practice.

If you’re preparing for your first day as a social work intern, you’ll learn:
✅ Why being nervous is a GOOD sign and how to use it to your advantage
✅ How to get on the calendars of multiple social workers to find your own style
✅ Why your clients will be your biggest teachers (even the challenging ones)

Whether you’re looking for field education tips, internship advice for social work students, or just want to reduce stress before your placement, this video will give you practical, real-world strategies from a practicum coordinator.