Field supervisors offer professional weekly supervision. The student is required to attend a weekly seminar to discuss field work experiences and to help the student integrate theory and practical application. The purpose of this course is to offer students an opportunity to learn about the range of services and careers now available in working with people with serious mental illness. Students will learn about mental health agencies as part of their coursework. Course materials will primarily include articles, with ample availability of recommended readings.
Students become involved with role-playing and participate in discussion groups.
Video equipment is used to provide the student with feedback. Under the supervision of an experienced worker, the student develops concrete and supportive skills. There are opportunities for the student to attend human services meetings within the community. A weekly seminar is held to discuss field work experiences and to help the student integrate theory and practical application. Under supervision, the student practices skills as a human services worker, is assisted in the development of a professional role identity and is expected to integrate what is learned in the classroom.