Macro-Learning Opportunities: What is Really Happening Out There in Field?

The CSWE curriculum policy mandates BSW students be prepared for multilevel interventions. The literature suggests “macro” field opportunities get short shrift. This limits students' ability to use organizational and community strengths to empower clients and effect change. This article reports findings of one program's study of field learning opportunities with a focus on large systems. Research was conducted in an urban, public university's BSW program to assess the range of multilevel field experiences, as reported by students and field instructors. Respondents were asked to provide specific examples of student practice with large client systems. Findings of this study were useful in evaluating the degree to which students and field instructors perceived the field program as providing a generalist experience. Recommendations for enhancing the macro component of the field practicum were provided.</jats:p