Mary Jacque Carroll

Mary Jacque Carroll is an Associate Professor and Field Education Director in the Department of Social Work at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB). She joined the faculty in 2017, initially as an Assistant Professor, and holds appointments in the College of Arts and Sciences. Her work emphasizes child welfare, mental health, and social work education.

Education:

• BS in Psychology, Wofford College (1998)
• MSW in Social Work, University of South Carolina-Columbia (2001)

Research & Teaching: Ms. Carroll focuses on child welfare systems, mental health interventions, and field education methodologies. She co-chairs the Jefferson County DHR Quality Assurance Committee and teaches SW 494 Field Practicum and SW 490 Field Seminar. Her professional experience includes 10 years as a BSW field coordinator and roles in non-profit management.

Roles: She directs UAB's social work field education program, supervising student practicums and maintaining partnerships with community agencies. Her expertise bridges academic instruction with real-world social service delivery.