Michelle Crafton

Michelle Crafton is a Visiting Lecturer in the School of Social Work at Salem State University. She teaches foundational and specialized courses in social work education, including SWK 101 The Profession of Social Work, SWK 103 Professionalism, Communication and Ethics in Social Work, and SWK 270 Understanding Privilege, Oppression, and Cultural Competence in Social Work. Her work emphasizes ethical practice, cultural competence, and field education.

Recent and Upcoming Courses:

• SWK 101: The Profession of Social Work
• SWK 103: Professionalism, Communication and Ethics in Social Work
• SWK 270: Understanding Privilege, Oppression, and Cultural Competence in Social Work
• SWK 404-407: Field Education and Seminar Series

Her research interests focus on cultural competence in social work, ethical frameworks for practice, and field education methodologies. She prioritizes experiential learning and professional development in her teaching.