ensure Gwynedd the student Mercy University understands the academic requirements for the AY2023-2024 Public Health Undergraduate program . Academic Catalog Course Withdrawal Policies : Same as University
Experiential Learning : Students enrolled in the Public Health program are required to engage in a public health internship course , which allow students to put theory into practice , observe professionals engaging their field of study , practice their skills under the supervision of seasoned professionals , network within their chosen field , and gain valuable experience . Public health internships will be planned and finalized during the public health professional seminar course . Students should consult with their academic advisor the year before they expect to complete their field work . Students are responsible for their own transportation to and from off campus experiential learning opportunities .
Non-Academic Criteria for Admission , Progression and Retention
Compliance Requirements and Clearances : Students are expected to comply with any health , safety or professional conduct requirements of their public health internship sites .
Professional Disposition and Conduct : Public health professionals are expected to interact respectfully with all stakeholders in oral and written communications , and to be sensitive to cultural practices and norms of the communities with whom they work . Students within the Public Health program are expected to develop and practice these skills in their courses and internships . Any student who behaves in a manner deemed disrespectful to others by their instructor or internship preceptor will be referred to the Program Director to discuss the incident and develop strategies and a plan to remediate the situation . Unprofessional behavior during the public health internship may result in being asked to not return to the practice site , which will result in an F in the course .
SOCIAL WORK
Degree : Bachelor of Social Work Program Type : Term Program Modality : On-ground Program Accreditor : Accredited by the Council for Social Work Education ( www . cswe . org ) Program Director / Coordinator : Wade Luquet
Program Description : The Gwynedd Mercy University Bachelor of Social Work Program prepares students for generalist social work practice through a liberal arts education , social work skills acquisition , and developing competencies that reflect the practice and values of the social work profession . The program promotes ethical and competent practices that address social problems and social justice issues in keeping with the mission of the university founders , The Sisters of Mercy .
Students are prepared to address various forms of human need , oppression , inequalities , and social 106