Evaluation of Education for Generalist Practice

This article attempts to respond to two questions: (1) Can a generalist view of practice be taught? and (2) If it is taught, does it make a difference in the practice of graduates? Components of a generalist practice model and a teaching model for that practice are described. In addition, findings of an evaluation of the teaching program are presented which indicate that there are differences in the way generalist graduates practice social work. Possible applications of this model to other social work programs are also considered.