An opportunity to acquire knowledge and practical skills for working effectively in inclusive educational settings with individuals and small groups of students with challenging conditions. An opportunity to integrate and apply theory and skills in a supervised practice experience, and to demonstrate competence in a practice setting. In consultation with faculty, students negotiate a field work practicum in a school setting, totalling a minimum of 105 hours. Practicum II A further practicum placement, totalling a minimum of 105 hours. The final evaluation of the student's performance occurs during the latter stages of the practicum experience.
Students also participate in seminar meetings.
Taken in final semester, with completion of all course work or permission of coordinator.