Synchronous Training Seminars

After completing the Agency and Field Instructor/Task Supervisor Application Process, potential Field Instructors/Task Supervisors must attend at least two synchronous trainings (held at the beginning of each fall semester), and must complete the online training modules (and their associated assignments and quizzes).
 
Field Instructors/Task Supervisors must attend at least the first two synchronous trainings as part of the certification process. Attendance at all trainings is highly recommended. Field Instructors/Task Supervisors who miss one synchronous training have up to one year to attend the missed session during following semesters.

Registration

Register via your IPT account - under "Event Tab"

“Introduction & Overview of Field Instruction & the SDSU Field Program”

Monday, August 5, 2024
SESSION 1 – 8:30am to 11:30am

Monday, August 21, 2024
SESSION 2 – 8:30am to 11:30am

(Please register for only one of the sessions.)

Once you have registered for this training via your IPT account, you will receive a link to join the training via Zoom a few days before the training date.

“Learning, Assessment, Evaluation and Effective Supervision in Field Instruction”

Thursday, October 3, 2024
SESSION 1 – 9:00am to 12:00pm

Wednesday, October 9, 2024
SESSION 2 – 9:00am to 12:00pm

(Please register for only one of the sessions.)

Once you have registered for this training via your IPT account, you will receive a link to join the training via Zoom a few days before the training date.

“Diversity and Difference in Practice – Cultural Humility and Field Instruction”

Friday, November 8, 2024
SESSION 1 – 9:00am to 12:00pm

TO BE DETERMINED
SESSION 2

(Please register for only one of the sessions.)

Once you have registered for this training via your IPT account, you will receive a link to join the training via Zoom a few days before the training date.

Trauma-Informed Field Instruction”

Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2024
SESSION 1 – 9:00am to 12:00pm

TO BE DETERMINED
SESSION 2

(Please register for only one of the sessions.)

Once you have registered for this training via your IPT account, you will receive a link to join the training via Zoom a few days before the training date.

“Motivational Interviewing in Field Instruction”

Friday, February 21, 2025
8:30am to 11:30am

Motivational Interviewing (MI) is a communication method that has been extensively studied in settings such as substance use and other health care concerns, to guide clients toward healthier behaviors. It can also be used in field instruction, as it can model effective interactions, is an evidence-based practice, and helps to create a safe setting for student interns to manage their anxiety. The Four Processes of MI– Engaging, Focusing, Evoking, and Planning– provide a framework for field instructors who want to have a guiding conversation with interns toward a particular change goal. A Meta conversation, or a conversation about the supervision conversation, can help interns self-reflect and apply the modeled skills. This workshop covers these topics and includes a conversation demonstration and practice.

Once you have registered for this training via your IPT account, you will receive a link to join the training via Zoom a few days before the training date.

“MI Conversations with Interns: Practice and Reflection”

Friday, March 21, 2025
8:30am to 11:30am

Have any challenging situations for student interns? This interactive workshop will give Field Instructors in-depth opportunities to practice MI/motivational conversations to help students in their interactions with clients or colleagues. Using a group-coaching format, we will use your field experiences to strategize and role-play supervision approaches and skills that best fit your agency contexts. *Please note that it is recommended that participants attend “Motivational Interviewing in Field Instruction” prior to this workshop.

Contact Us

Field Education - SDSU Social Work

Contact Information
Telephone: 619-594-5197
Email: [email protected]