Competency 4

Practice Behavior 4.1

Use practice experience and theory to
inform scientific inquiry and research.
Research further understanding of what it

means to be a school social worker.

Practice Behavior 4.2
Apply critical thinking to engage in analysis
of quantitative and qualitative research
methods and research findings.
apply my knowledge of quantitative and

qualitative methods in different situations.

Practice Behavior 4.3
Use and translate research evidence to
inform and improve practice, policy, and
service delivery.
finds ways to improve in practice, policy,

and service at my internship.