Centennial College - Field Placement 1

Field Placement 1

Course Code	SSWR-304
Lecture hours per week
Lab hours per week	16
Course Availability	Open
Description	Field Placement is an essential part of social service work education. Students will have the opportunity to apply theory to practice within a social service work setting. As a “professional in training”, students will be gaining experience in contributing to the goals and activities of the agency by observing professionals in action, as well as learning about their clients, programs, policies and expectations. The course will focus on facilitating students' development of the skills, knowledge, and attitudes that are necessary to enter the field as a social service work practitioner. The Field Placement Manual is an important tool for your success in Field Placement. In addition, feedback and guidance from your Field Supervisor and the College Liaison regarding your performance and progress will contribute to a positive outcome in your placement. Course Learning Outcomes: Construct and negotiate with agency supervisor a learning contract that sets appropriate learning goals using program guidelines and standards while meeting the service needs of the agency. Discuss the clients, special populations and the programs and services provided by the agency. Explain agency policies, procedures, protocols, and expectations. Demonstrate appropriate communication skills in a professional setting. Conduct oneself appropriately as a professional in training. Apply and use the information provided in the Social Service Worker Field Placement Manual. Seek and implement feedback from your Field Supervisor and College Liaison. Review and comply with the standards of practice and Code of Ethics as a Social Service Worker. Prerequisites Complete all of the following: Earned a minimum grade of C in each of the following: COMM170 – College Communications 2 Earned a minimum grade of C in each of the following: COMM171 – College Communications 2 (ESL) Complete 1 of the following Earned a minimum grade of D in each of the following: COMM170 – College Communications 2 Earned a minimum grade of D in each of the following: COMM171 – College Communications 2 (ESL) Earned a minimum grade of C in each of the following: SSWR102 – Relational & Reflective Skills SSWR104 – Fundamentals for Success as a Social Service Worker SSWR202 – Group Dynamics for Social Service Worker Earned a minimum grade of C in each of the following: SSWR205 – Indigenous Approaches to Social Services Work SSWR103 – Introduction to Social Service Work Practice SSWR105 – Introduction to Counselling SSWR201 – Social Issues and Political Process SSWR203 – Power and Social Movements SSWR210 – ounselling Skills with Individuals, Families and Groups SSWR211 – Mental Health, Harm Reduction, and Trauma-Informed Care Corequisites Concurrently enrolled in: SSWR310 – Case Management and Advocacy