SHS 232 - Advanced Field Practicum I

3.0 Credits
Field experience: advanced students observe and learn from working professionals and apply knowledge and theory from classroom to supervised work in community settings. Addiction Studies students should enroll in separate course; consult with faculty advisor. Permit code required.
Prerequisite SHS 231 with minimum grade of 2.0 or instructor permission.
Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

Apply skills and abilities learned in previous practicum settings and the classroom to a community site.
Identify professional challenges of the assigned role in the human service agency.
Observe and analyze information gained during placement at the community setting.
Examine and evaluate personal thinking as well as the thought process and perspective of others.
Demonstrate ability to write clear and well organized reports appropriate for the community setting.
Demonstrate listening skills that positively enhance relationships in a community setting, and show ability to work as part of a professional team.