Course Outline of Record

Item	Value
Curriculum Committee Approval Date	10/15/2024
Top Code	210400 - Human Services
Units	2 Total Units
Hours	108 Total Hours (Other Hours 108)
Total Outside of Class Hours	0
Course Credit Status	Credit: Degree Applicable (D)
Material Fee	No
Basic Skills	Not Basic Skills (N)
Repeatable	No
Open Entry/Open Exit	No
Grading Policy	Standard Letter (S)

Course Description

This course is designed to facilitate a supervised field experience within a human services community organization, agency, or institution. Students will be able to connect theory-to-practice through observation and practical experience, as well as develop new skills outside of the classroom environment in preparation for gaining employment in the human services field. The student will be required to document 108 hours of supervised field experience within a human services environment. PREREQUISITE: SWHS G110. COREQUISITE: SWHS G120. Transfer Credit: CSU.

Course Level Student Learning Outcome(s)

1. Course Outcomes
2. Apply theory and ethical standards to practical situations identified learning objectives within social work / human service profession at the fieldwork site.
3. Perform program related work tasks and responsibilities.
4. Illustrate compassion, active listening, rapport building, and diversity awareness when working with clients.

Course Objectives

• 1. Apply theoretical knowledge obtained in the prerequisite and co-requisite course or courses to the fieldwork experience.
• 2. Evaluate the fieldwork experience in relation to pre-requisite and co-requisite course objectives, career plans, and personal growth.
• 3. Explain legal/ethical rules and guidelines according to national professional standards as it relates to the student's scope of practice in the fieldwork experience.
• 4. Use cultural awareness and empathy when working with diverse client populations.
• 5. Develop measurable learning objectives related to the application of ethics, values, and skills in the helping profession.

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Lecture Content

The Social Worker/Human Services Practitioner Understand the developmental journey of becoming a social worker or human services practitioner Describe the nature of social work and human services as a helping profession Fieldwork Placement Identify agencies of interest with the guidance of the instructor Collaborate with the instructor and supervisor to develop clear learning objectives Identify and follow the fieldwork site's mission and vision statements Follow employers' rules, policies, and regulations Understand and exercise informed consent and confidentiality Supervision Recognize the roles o f supervision and legal context in the social work/human services practice Complete the fieldwork placement agreement form Complete supervisor and self-evaluation Codes of Ethics Confidentiality policies Ethical standards and challenges Mandated reporting Legal policies and procedures Core Competencies and Employability Skills Develop employable and transferable skills Demonstrate critical thinking and problem-solving, time management, communication, organizational and record-keeping skills, and accountability in all settings Develop and maintain working relationships with community health, welfare and social agencies, and other partnerships eserver-spaces="true Explore options for professional development and association membership Examine the progressive characteristics and competencies of a generalist practice The Helping Relationship Build trust and rapport with clients Knowledge of resources and services that clients need and depend on Understand the importance of referring and collaborating when needed to assist a client Develop genuine assessments of the needs, interests, resources, values, and opportunities of a diverse client population that varies in terms of race, nationality, ethnicity, sexuality, spirituality, gender, age, abilities, economic status, or language Wr ite effective case notes Self-Reflection Recognize prejudice and bias Reflect on the feedback and areas for improvement given by the fieldwork supervisor and instructor Explain burnout and the importance of self-care

Method(s) of Instruction

• Field Experience (90)

Reading Assignments

Read from assigned textbook, handouts, and online content. Additional readings may come from academic journals and case studies related to their fieldwork client population and/or organizations.

Writing Assignments

Written assignments identify problems or obstacles found within their fieldwork site and address methods for serving clients within that setting using professional standards of practice.

Out-of-class Assignments

Completion of 108 hours in social work or human services setting. Weekly written journals documenting fieldwork experiences, including daily on-the-job duties, new expereinces or skills gained, and reflection of professional roles.

Demonstration of Critical Thinking

Students will analyze theory-to-practice, ethical issues, and propose solutions to common issues faced by clients in helping professions.

Required Writing, Problem Solving, Skills Demonstration

Students will be required to problem solve and demonstrate effective skills necessary for employment within the human services field: Effectively prioritization time Demonstrate positive interactions with clients Show unconditional positive regard, genuineness, and empathy with clients Create authentic assessements and document case notes. Document completion of required field hours

Eligible Disciplines

Counseling: Master's degree in counseling, rehabilitation counseling, clinical psychology, counseling psychology, guidance counseling, educational counseling, social work, or career development, marriage and family therapy, or marriage, family and child counseling, OR the equivalent. (NOTE: A bachelor's degree in one of the above listed degrees and a license as a Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT) is an alternative qualification for this discipline.) Master's degree required. Title 5, section 53410.1 Psychology: Master's degree in psychology OR bachelor's degree in psychology AND master's degree in counseling, sociology, statistics, neuroscience, or social work OR the equivalent. Master's degree required. Sociology: Master's degree in sociology OR bachelor's degree in sociology AND master's degree in anthropology, any ethnic studies, social work, or psychology OR the equivalent. Master's degree required.

Textbooks Resources

1. Required Cournoyer, Barry R.. The Social Work Skills Workbook (latest), 8th ed. Cengage, 2017 Rationale: Listed in CID course. 2. Required Myers, P. The Human Services Internship: Getting the Most from Your Experience (latest), 4th ed. Cengage, 2016 Rationale: Listed as text in CID course.

Other Resources

1. NASW Code of Ethics, www.socialworkers.org/About/Ethics/Code-of-Ethics/Code-of-Ethics-English 2. NOHS Code of Ethics, www.nationalhumanservices.org/ethical-standards-for-hs-professionals