Having been a licensed social worker for almost 30 years, Leigh Ann Hewes, MSW, has had quite a diverse career. She’s been a medical social worker, case manager, health coach, and specialized in everything from mental health to dialysis. While she’s taught at multiple academic levels, today she shares her expertise by teaching classes in Utica University’s Master of Social Work program. But no matter the class, she emphasizes the importance of fieldwork and learning how to apply broad social work principles to each individual’s life.

The Importance of Hands-On Experience Across Social Worker Concentrations