Practicums provide students with the opportunity to apply their skills and knowledge in specific child and youth care settings. Practicums are a vital part of the Child and Youth Care program. The CYC program at Douglas College has over 150 connections with organizations and programs throughout the Metro Vancouver area, and beyond.
Benefits of practicums
- connect classroom learning with hands-on experience
- gain real-world skills
- try out different settings and specialties
- meeting professionals in your industry
- potential job opportunities post graduation
Where do I take my practicums?
Placements are selected based on your interests and learning needs, subject to available sites. Examples of types of placements include:
- schools
- group homes
- transition houses
- community centres
- programs for street-involved youth
- government offices
- addictions services
Resources for CYC Practicum Supervisors
- CYC Practicum Supervisor Orientation Video Series
- CYC Practicum Supervisor Orientation Video Series Recommended Resources
New practicum opportunities
Are you a new program looking to host practicum students? Contact our program at cyc@douglascollege.ca for more information!