MSW Practicum Manual
The aim of the Faculty of Social Work’s MSW Practicum Manual is to provide information to interns and instructors in practice settings regarding the:
- General philosophy and objectives of the Master of Social Work Program
- Specific goals, objectives, roles, structures, policies, practices and procedures of the Practicum component of the MSW program
The content of the Manual is based on formal policies of the Faculty of Social Work and Wilfrid Laurier University. Students are expected to review this manual as it provides detailed information about the practicum.
MSW Program
MSW Practicum Program
Practicum Concentrations
Practicum Staff
Practicum Agencies: Standards for Approval
Program Structure
Intern Practice Assignments
International Practicum Program
Practicum Planning
Practicum Planning Process
Registering for Practicum Course
Contacting Agencies
Fields of Study
Types of Placements based on Field of Study
Accessible Learning
WSIB Form
Practicum Dates
Learning Plan and Evaluation
Practicum Learning Plan and Evaluation
Guidelines for Learning Plan and Evaluation
Placement Evaluation Dates By Student’s Program
Problem Resolution Procedures
Practicum Instruction
Appointment of Practicum Instructors
Goals for Practicum Instructors
Accountability
Responsibilities of Practicum Instructors
Recognition of Practicum Instructors
Orientation and Training for Practicum Instructors
Benefits for Practicum Instructors
Faculty support for Practicum Instruction
Field Advising
Responsibilities
Contacting Agencies & Students
Field Visits
Group Seminars
Field Advisor Reports and Due Dates
Recommended Steps to Implement Field Advisor Role
Field Advisor Role with Students-in-Difficulty
Student-In-Difficulty
Policies and Procedures regarding Students in Practicum
Time Expectations
Absences, Illnesses and Critical Events
Expenses and Remuneration
Vulnerable Persons/Criminal Records Check
Additional Agency Requirements
Worker's Compensation Coverage
Liability Insurance
Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy at Wilfrid Laurier University
Procedures Regarding Alleged Incidents of Harassment/Discrimination in Practica
Principles and Guidelines with Respect to Student Time for Participation in Faculty of Social Work
The Faculty of Social Work Policy for the Review of Professional Behaviour
Practicum Policy and Protocols for MSW Students with Disabilities
Procedures for Situations Involving Allegations of Unethical or Illegal Conduct in Practicum Placement
Additional Practicum Related Documents
Practicum Intern Feedback Questionnaire
Student-Placement Proposal Form
MSW Practicum Student Checklist
Code of Ethics (OCSWSSW)
Code of Ethics (CASW)
Appendices
Appendix A: Navigating the Portal
Appendix B: WSIB
