DEPARTMENTAL INFORMATION

Students must have professional liability insurance coverage while at their practicum agency. If necessary, liability insurance can be obtained while applying to the program.

Steps:

1) Join NASW, the National Association of Social Workers! They have an agreement with an insurance carrier, The American Professional Agency, to provide discounted liability insurance to their members. Membership is $48 for a year. A membership form is in the candidacy application packet.

2) Fill out your liability insurance form. There is a copy in your application packet or you can get an application online at: http://www.americanprofessional.com/student/B24870_SSL-1_APA.pdf

You need the Student Social Work application PLUS the Minnesota Resident form at http://www.americanprofessional.com/student/stu_genl165_mn.htm

NOTE: This company does not process credit card orders online.

3) Return these forms to BSW Program Assistant Director to process your candidacy materials.

Total cost of coverage: NASW membership ($48) + Liability insurance ($23) = $71