It may be used to fulfill requirements for the Counselling Skills Certificate Program. This course examines vocational counselling with particular reference to the needs of diverse populations. Participants examine the process of how clients make vocational decisions and how the counselling relationship facilitates this process. It may also be used to fulfill the requirements for the Counselling Skills Certificate. The practicum provides an opportunity to master and display the knowledge and skills which have been covered during the classroom component of the Counselling Certificate Program.
Emphasis is placed on gaining counselling experience in an appropriate setting.
Continuous liaison with the program will be maintained throughout the practicum, through a series of seminars. Objectives will be written on an individual contract basis. This contract will be negotiated by the student, the practicum site and the program administrator.