This course provides students the opportunity to put the skills and theories they have learned into practice in social service settings. With a focus on empathy, ethical practice, and self-awareness, students engage directly with clients to solidify their learning. The practicum includes two components; a practicum placement in a community agency and a classroom component on campus.
Prerequisites
CNSK 2502, CNSK 2503, CNSK 2504, CNSK 2506, CNSK 2507, CNSK 2508, CNSK 2509, CNSK 2510.
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What you will learn
- • Preparation for a support position in an addiction setting (including choice of placement site, letters of application, phone and face-to-face interview techniques, etc.)
• Workplace/agency policies, guidelines, norms, and culture
• Exploration of ethical dilemmas
• Student-led case study discussions
• Practicum experience debriefing
• “In the field” vs in the program
• Self-care, self-regulation, and self-awareness
• Professional boundaries
• Group dynamics
• Feedback and group discussions arising from teachable moments
How to register
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
Course schedules
Select your program to see the available course schedules.
Contact us
If you have any question, please email at advising@vcc.ca.
† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.