DSW Candidate – Melissa Sparks, 9:00 AM – 10:15 AM
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Virtual Showcase of DSW Scholars 2025 Event!
Resilient Social Work Students: Bridging the Gap in Retention in Social Work
DSW Candidate – Melissa Sparks, MSW, CSW
Tuesday, April 29, 2025
9:00 AM- 10:15 AM Eastern Time Zone
Credit Hours: 1.0 (ACE)
Description
Resilient Social Work Students: Bridging the Gap in Retention in Social Work
Resilience is not magical but a capacity within all individuals, groups, and communities. As the social work profession faces complex challenges, cultivating resilience is critical for fostering personal and professional development, enhancing success, and promoting overall well-being. This presentation explores the significance of resilience, emphasizing the implications for social work students and the profession. Drawing on findings from the systematic literature review conducted as part of the Capstone Project, the presentation will address, “How are colleges of social work incorporating resiliency to promote longevity in the field?” The synthesis of knowledge will examine the various methodologies implemented by colleges of social work to nurture resilience among students and evaluate the effectiveness of the approaches.
Additionally, the presentation will conceptualize theoretical frameworks expanding the tenants of Resilience Theory through the lens of Ecological Systems Theory and Erikson’s Stages of Psychosocial Development to highlight the developmental process of resilience, gaining a deeper understanding of the ways social work students can grow in their resilience. The research grounded in theoretical frameworks provides meaningful applications relevant to higher education practices. Through the exploration, the research seeks to contribute to the discourse surrounding resilience as a pivotal element in preparing future social workers.
Learning Objectives:
Upon completion of this conference, participants will be able to:
- Recognize the significance of resilience in educational and professional settings in navigating the challenges of social work.
- Examine how colleges of social work integrate resilience to promote longevity.
Delivery Method: Live Interactive Training via Zoom Video Conferencing
Credit Hours: 1.0 (ACE)
Target Audience: This conference is intended for social workers and students.
Accreditation: University of Kentucky College of Social Work, Provider # 1377, is approved as an ACE provider to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Regulatory boards are the final authority on courses accepted for continuing education credit. ACE provider approval period: 9/29/22-9/29/25. Social workers participating in this conference will receive up to 15 general continuing education credits.
Claiming CE Credit: Instructions for claiming CE credit will be disseminated at the beginning of each session.
Questions: If you have any questions regarding CE credit or to report a grievance, please contact Christina Krantz at Christina.Krantz@uky.edu. For technical assistance, please contact lmshelp@uky.edu.
Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in these presentations are those of the individual presenters and do not necessarily reflect the official policies or positions of the University of Kentucky or the College of Social Work. The inclusion of any topics, perspectives, or discussions is intended for academic engagement and does not constitute endorsement by the institution.
