Dispatches from the Field: Nicole Shanelle Haynes
Nicole Shanelle Haynes, MSW ’20, shares her field education experience at Strategy Matters, located in Dorchester, Massachusetts.
Hands-on professional development, self-reflection, community relationships—field education is a cornerstone of your professional preparation and one of the key formational experiences you will have as a BCSSW student. It provides ample opportunities for you to apply what you learn in the classroom to real-world situations under the guidance of experienced supervisors.
By listening to your career goals, we match you with placements that fit your interests and strengths. And our robust relationships with alumni and community organizations in Greater Boston and around the globe form deep, lasting partnerships.
We also supply comprehensive support to succeed, including a dedicated advisor and field supervisor who assist you throughout the placement.
Advocates, Inc.
Boston Medical Center
Boston Public Schools
Brigham & Women's Hospital
Cambridge Health Alliance
Camp Harbor View
Carroll Center for the Blind
Catholic Charities
Catholic Relief Services
Children's Hospital
DOVE Inc.
East Boston Neighborhood Health Center
Hope House, Inc.
Jesuit Refugee Service
Justice Resource Institute
MA Department of Mental Health
United Way
Veterans’ Administration Medical Centers
Wayside Youth and Family Support Network
Find an impactful field placement that fits your interests. Start here.
Students at Boston College School of Social Work receive professional training from organizations throughout the Greater Boston area. Search current field placement agencies by region, specialized practice method, practice type, and population. The agency listings represent the broad range of practicum opportunities available but are subject to change as staffing and programming change.
If you have questions, please contact the Field Education department at swfield@bc.edu or 617-552-4027.
Review the Field Placement Info Sheet. It includes important considerations about the matching process and agency assignments. As part of the placement process, your resume will be provided to agency personnel to review your experience and qualifications before a placement interview is scheduled.