Practicum 1

Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

Practice at Competency Level 2, i.e. engages; explores (assists, understands, describes, categorizes, classifies, prioritizes); identifies patterns and themes; takes initative in some areas; compares and contrasts alternatives; practices with moderate supervision; practices with clustered guidance; personal accountability, in the following domains:

1. Practice ethically and accurately, assessing the quality of own performance.

• Accurately evaluate own practice
• Pursue a professional development plan
• Apply personal and professional values to ethical practice

2. Interpersonal Effectiveness and Leadership

• Communicate in a caring, respectful and clear manner.
• Effectively communicate for various purposes and audiences
• Facilitate caring and respectful interpersonal relationships
• Demonstrate individual leadership as a team member

3. Theoretical Reasoning

• Think critically to construct plausible explanations for individual, family and community experiences.
• Apply elements of critical thinking when problem solving
• Use theory to explain behaviour and guide actions
• Think creatively in response to individual needs

 4. Technical Competence

• Use a variety of strategies to contribute to self-reliance, interdependence and quality of life
• Promote wellness of self, others and community
• Build community presence, participation and contribution
• Strategically facilitate learning
• Advocate for individual rights and self determination
• Promote safety of self and others