SHS 199-Field Placement in Human Services
CDS 199-Field Placement in Chemical Dependency
Social and Human Services Department

Instructor:                              Karen Strickland, M.S.
Office #:                                3195
Phone #:                                 587-6911
Email Address:                        kstric@sccd.ctc.edu

Disability Notation: If you need course adaptations or accommodation because of a disability, if you have emergency medical information to share with me or if you need special arrangements in case the building must be evacuated.

 Course Description:  This syllabus reflects the requirements for the fourth credit of your final field placement course.  In addition to the objectives and self-evaluation you will complete the assignments below.  The purpose of the fourth credit is to provide you the opportunity to integrate your learning by developing a portfolio reflecting your preparation for employment in the Human Services field.

Course Objectives:  The student will…
   ·        Create a portfolio of work demonstrating the skills, knowledge and attitude you have gained               through the course of your education.
   ·       Prepare an updated resume, suitable for use in a job application packet.

 Grading:  Each assignment will be graded on a credit/no credit basis.  If you receive no credit you have the opportunity to re-do the assignment.

 Assignments:

 1.        Your portfolio will contain work that you have completed in various courses and which demonstrates acquisition of the skills, knowledge or attitude needed to work effectively in the Social and Human Services or Chemical Dependency field.  For example, you might include the advocacy class project, your group class project, video tape assessments, certificates of completion for workshops, etc.  Your portfolio is your concrete representation of your hard work and what you have to offer prospective employers and clients.  Credit will be based on completion of the portfolio which should include at least five items.

 2.    You will prepare a general resume and save it on a computer disc so that you can easily revise it.  You may use resources in the Career Placement Office (1140) and the library to develop an effective resume.  Credit will be based on whether or not your resume is likely to result in an interview with a prospective employer.  Is it neatly prepared, easy to read and does it clearly speak to your strengths?