Social Work Education and the Older Woman Student

Abstract

This article presents the results of a study of a group of social work graduate women students over 40. The study explored developmental issues, identified major stressors while in school, and indicated the ways that these students coped. The discussion highlights the unique responses of the midlife woman student and suggests ways that schools can work more effectively with them. Directions for future research are identified, and suggestions given for how the experiences of these older students can be used positively in their work with older women clients.