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HLTH 300 Community-Based Practicum Units: 3.00
A community-based practicum for Health Studies students to apply knowledge gained in theory-based courses and develop a range of professional skills. Practicum opportunities vary year to year, subject to availability of an appropriate placement in a relevant workplace setting.
NOTE Students are expected to participate in professional development workshops offered by the SKHS Coordinator and Career Services.
NOTE Transportation and other costs directly related to the student placement (e.g., Criminal Checks, if required) are the responsibility of the student.
NOTE Students are expected to participate in professional development workshops offered by the SKHS Coordinator and Career Services.
NOTE Transportation and other costs directly related to the student placement (e.g., Criminal Checks, if required) are the responsibility of the student.
Learning Hours: 126 (18 Group Learning, 84 Off-Campus Activity, 24 Private Study)
Requirements: Prerequisite Level 3 or above and registration in a HLTH Major or Joint Honours Plan and minimum cumulative GPA of 1.90 and permission of the Coordinator and Undergraduate Chair in the School of Kinesiology and Health Studies.
Exclusion KNPE 300/3.0; KNPE 330/4.5; KNPE 346/4.5.
Offering Faculty: Faculty of Arts and Science
Course Learning Outcomes:
- Apply professional development resources to prepare and utilize a professional cover letter and resume, as well as, employ effective interview and networking skills to secure a placement opportunity.
- Practice professional skills such as: leadership, adaptability, written and oral communication, inquiry and analysis, self-management, time management, collaboration and critical thinking through seminar and placement experience.
- Employ knowledge gained through theory-based courses in an intensive practicum experience (relevant to the field of study), to then critically reflect on connections and/or gaps between course content, scientific literature and observations of professional practice.
- Describe current advances, practices, organizational culture and professional etiquette used in field-related workplaces (e.g., local business, public sector, health care, and community-based settings).
- Evaluate and critique personal performance throughout practicum experience based on individualized placement learning objectives.
- Identify career options in the field of study, through seminar discussions around students’ practicum experiences.