This paper adds to the literature on field instruction and supervision of social work practicum students by nonMSW professionals. It shares insights gained from a focus group discussion of professionals' experiences with practica when there was no MSW on site.Reported findings indicate student, agency, and relational characteristics contribute to the success of these placements. The focus group and the authors conclude that active involvement of all three parties--the on-site nonMSW supervisor, the off-site MSW field instructor, and the practicum student--in a triad model of field education increases the likelihood that these practica provide students with field learning experiences that are among the very best.
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