Description
This represents a required 3 credit, 135 hour placement at single social services agency. Given most agencies require training specific
to program, this practicum incorporates on the job training for students enhancing the skills introduced throughout the program.
In addition, the course includes a 1 hour per week group seminar designed to discuss application of program goals in the context of
students’ learning experiences. Students will become familiar with the operations of a human services agency, including client/staff
interaction and employee responsibilities. Students are encouraged to enroll in an additional 1 to 3 credits of practicum. Depending
on specific needs, students may enroll in an additional 135 hour placement at a single site or serve at a variety of agencies for 45
hours per credit. All sites must provide students with professional supervision. Attendance at the weekly seminar remains a mandatory
requirement for all practicum credits and serves to sepa rate t