IHMS-160 - Fieldwork Education Practicum - 3.00 Credits
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Course Details
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The fieldwork course provides the link between the classroom and the work place. Under supervision, students will integrate core concepts of human service practice in a fieldwork agency. Students will spend two days a week in a fieldwork placement from January to April. Fieldwork seminars will be held weekly to enable students to discuss what they are learning to make the connection between theory and practice.
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Part of the:BACHELOR OF SOCIAL WORK Department
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Available/Required in the following Programs:Indigenous Human Services Certificate - Certificate Completion Plan
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Prerequisites : Students must have a 2.00 GPA in the Fall semester to continue into the Spring Semester
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Course Outline
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Instructors Qualifications:
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Relevant Master's Degree
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Office Hours:
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1.5 per week
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Contact Hours:
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190
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Student Evaluation
Procedure:
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Assignments: 50-70%, Total 30-50%, Total 100%. Grading procedures follow NVIT policy.
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Learning Outcomes:
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Upon successful completion of this course students should be able to:
- demonstrate an acceptance and commitment to the Student Code of Conduct found within the Field Education manual;
- demonstrate professional conduct, ethical behaviour and positive attitude towards clients and the agency;
- work collaboratively as a member of a team to promote project objectives;
- demonstrate professional, effective communication skills with clients, agency personnel and other professional; and
- complete all tasks and responsibilities assigned by the fieldwork instructor.
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Text and Materials:
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Fujishan, R. (2012). Natural Bridges: A guide to interpersonal communication. Toronto, ON: Pearson Education, Inc.
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Other Resources:
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Transfer Credits:
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For more information visit: www.bctransferguide.ca
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Other Information:
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