SSW 163 is a competency-based field placement in an agency that provides social services. Field Work I provides an overview of the role of social service worker and explores the application of ethical standards and standards of practice. Students will have an opportunity to practice knowledge and skills learned in prior courses, work on their professional development, and apply effective communication in the context of professional relationships. Students will gain an understanding of inclusive practice and examine cultural competency.
Prerequisites: SSW 160, SSW 162, HSER 174, PSYC 100, ENGL 110, FAM 180
Corequisite: SSW 166, SSW 157
Crosslisted: None
Accessibility Services Notice
Students who would like an academic accommodation and who have a documented disability should contact Accessibility Services, if they have not already done so.Course Details| Total number of weeks | 15 |
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| Total Credits | |
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| Total Hours | 112 |
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Typical hours per week breakdown| Lecture | 21 |
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| Other | 91 |
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Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the learner will be able to:
- engage in reflective practice to identify strengths, limitations, and areas for professional growth and development.
- incorporate constructive feedback to support ongoing skill development.
- apply critical reflection as a Social Service Worker.
- demonstrate professional behaviour that aligns with the ethics of the Social Work profession.
- describe the knowledge and skills required to be an effective Social Service Worker.
- recognize how evidence-informed practice theories/frameworks/perspectives are applied in the context of the practicum setting.
- demonstrate the ability to carry out assigned duties with professionalism.
- engage in collaborative and respectful interpersonal relationships with clients, mentors, colleagues, and community members.
- explain how self-care supports Social Service Workers’ well-being in practice.
- explain the value of diversity and its relevance to Social Service Work.
- identify inclusive practice in the practicum setting.
Grading Table
| Grade |
Description |
| AAV |
ABOVE AVERAGE -The student has mastered all or most course objectives/requirements in a minimum time frame and has exemplified good work and study habits. |
| COM |
COMPLETE – denotes that the student has mastered a satisfactory number of course objectives/requirements in a non-credit course |
| CRG |
CREDIT GRANTED - denotes that the student performance was satisfactory in a credit course. |
| NCG |
NO CREDIT GRANTED - denotes that the student performance was unsatisfactory. |
| PCG |
PARTIAL CREDIT GRANTED – denotes that the student has successfully completed a portion of the course objectives in a credit course. |
See the Academic Calendar for General Information including how to withdraw from course(s) and other regulations.
Disclaimer
Information contained in this course outline is correct at the time of publication. Content of the course is revised on an ongoing basis to ensure relevance to changing educational, employment and market needs. The instructor will endeavor to provide notice of changes to students as soon as possible. The instructor reserves the right to add or delete material from courses.