Abstract

SUMMARY In order to meet the need for a qualified and professionally-educated work force to assist the increasing number of individuals living into advanced years, a work-study Master of Social Work program that utilizes a unique group model of Field Supervision as part of a specially designed gerontology curriculum was developed. This article describes the program, the effect of the group Field Supervision model on students, who were experienced employees already working with older adults and their families, and the outcomes. The enhanced level of knowledge and skill gained by the students was of substantial benefit to their elderly clients.

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