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Bachelor of Behavioural Science
School of Community and Social Services
Year 3 Semester 1
Course Outline
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Course Restrictions:
Professional Practice
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Credit Value: 0
Hours of Instruction: 14
% of course that will be delivered
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Degree in Behavioural Science or related field,
and experience in career advising
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Note: Non Credit Professional Practice courses have been previously assessed and approved
as part of Humber’s degree programs.
1.0 Course Description
This course provides students with the skills and knowledge necessary to prepare for a
work placement in today‘s challenging employment environment. Preparation for the
work placement includes job search techniques and discussion of such issues as
employer expectations, organizational policies, professionalism and self management.
The need for career planning, lifelong learning and interpersonal communication skills is
also discussed.
Students conduct a self-assessment of their personality and skills and perform
organizational research. Students prepare covering letters and resumes, create their
own database of potential employers within the field, and practice their interview skills in
mock interviews and by conducting information interviews. Guest speakers from the
child and youth care field provide students with a range of perspectives on current and
future trends.
Bachelor of Behavioural Science Section D, Page 130