Practicum Manual

FIFSW’s Practicum Manual provides detailed information for both students and field instructors about the practicum process, and about the two courses, Practicum 1 (SWK4701) and Practicum 2 (SWK4702). It should be read in full before the practicum begins and can act as a helpful reference tool while the practicum is underway.

The contents of the manual were developed with input from students, field instructors, and faculty-field liaisons (FFLs). If you have suggestions for further improvements, please contact the Practicum Office.

About Practicum

• Goals
• Team Member Roles and Responsibilities
• Types of Practice: Direct and Indirect
• Supervision Models (including Digital Communications Guidelines)
• Practicum Settings
• Requirements (Police Reference/Vulnerable Sector Check, Immunization, Mask Fitting, Evening or Weekend Expectations, International Students)
• Important Elements of a Successful Practicum
• Contact Information

Guidelines and Procedures

• Accessibility
• Code of Ethics and Professional Practice
• Student Safety
• Privacy and Information Security
• References and Records
• Resolution of Problems

Evaluation and Feedback

• Learning Contract
• Reflective Journal
• Midterm and Final Evaluations
  • No Credit (NCR)
• Feedback and support

Course Information

Time Requirements

• Practicum 1 Time Requirements
• Practicum 2 Time Requirements
• Time Management Policies (Schedule Modifications, Personal Days and Holidays, Flexible Hours and Overtime, Workshops and Interviews, Labour Disruption Policy)

Matching Process

• Practicum 1 Matching
• Practicum 2 Matching
• Interview Process and Tips for Field Instructors and Students

Competencies

• Practicum 1 Competencies
• Practicum 2 Competencies

Ontario’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic continues to evolve. Changes will likely occur as the province and its municipalities adjust to new data about the virus. In these circumstances, please be advised that the manner of delivery of courses, co-curricular opportunities, programs, and services is subject to change, in accordance with university policies. The University thanks its students, faculty, and staff for their flexibility during these challenging times as we work together to maintain the standards of excellence that are the hallmark of the University.