معرفی
Krista Osborne serves as Assistant Professor (Teaching) at the Faculty of Social Work, University of Calgary, Edmonton Campus, while concurrently holding leadership roles as Field Education Coordinator and MSW Trauma Informed Practice Team Lead.
Her academic credentials include:
- MSW in Clinical Social Work (University of Calgary, 2010)
- BSW in Social Work (University of Calgary, 2004)
- BA in Psychology (University of Alberta, 1999)
As a Registered Clinical Social Worker since 2013, her professional focus centers on trauma-informed methodologies within clinical social work education. She integrates psychological frameworks with social work practice, emphasizing student field placement integration and curriculum development for trauma-sensitive approaches in graduate programs. Her leadership in the MSW Trauma Informed Practice Team drives institutional adoption of evidence-based trauma responses across educational and community settings.
Award recognition:
- Educational Leadership (Group) Teaching Award, University of Calgary (2024)
In her Field Education Coordinator role, she oversees comprehensive student practicum placements across diverse community agencies, ensuring alignment between academic theory and real-world application. She develops assessment frameworks for field instructors and implements trauma-informed supervision models that prioritize student safety and professional growth.
She directs the MSW Trauma Informed Practice Team's strategic initiatives to embed trauma-responsive principles throughout the Master of Social Work curriculum, including specialized training modules on vicarious trauma management and cultural safety in high-risk practice environments.
