Social Work

Professional Liability Insurance

The School of Social Work requires that all M.S.W. students have professional liability insurance while enrolled in social work field education.  Students pay a fee to the School for the purchase of a group liability policy taken out by the College of Health and Human Sciences that covers all student interns and faculty liaisons for two semesters in field placement.  Any student not paying the fee for professional liability insurance will not be allowed to start field placement.

It is strongly recommended that social work students have personal health care insurance.  Through the Board of Regents of the University System of Georgia, the University offers an optional “Accidental Injury and Post Exposure” insurance plan for students in internships.  This insurance is purchased by the student directly from the company.  The Director of Field Education has copies of this policy along with enrollment forms.  This insurance is purchased by interested students directly from the company.  Students are urged to compare their health insurance coverage with the optional accidental injury and post exposure policy.

The University, and most agencies, do not have “personal property” insurance coverage for students.  The student is responsible for personal items (e.g., cellular telephone, laptop computer) brought to the field agency.  If using a personal car, the student should check his/her car insurance regarding coverage for damage.]