Selecting the best students and hiring the best social workers are important professional
responsibilities. Findings from this exploratory study identify personal
attributes that are significant in enabling MSW students and social work
employees to succeed. Social work educators and agency administrators generally
agree that personal attributes such as ethical behavior, honesty, and respectfulness
are more important than cognitive traits such as numeric skills and academic
record. A discussion addresses implications for MSW admissions and
curriculum as well as agency policy and practices.
- Content Type Journal Article
- Pages 445-461
- DOI 10.5175/JSWE.2011.200900124
- Authors
- Michael M. O. Seipel, Brigham Young University
- Jennifer D. Johnson, Mid-Columbia Center for Living
- Elaine Walton, Brigham Young University
- Journal Journal of Social Work Education
- Print ISSN 1043-7797
- Journal Volume Volume 47
- Journal Issue Volume 47, Number 3 / Fall 2011