{"id":4888,"date":"2023-11-09T12:48:42","date_gmt":"2023-11-09T17:48:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/carleton.ca\/healthsciences\/?page_id=4888"},"modified":"2026-07-02T12:15:10","modified_gmt":"2026-07-02T16:15:10","slug":"practicum-pathway","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/carleton.ca\/healthsciences\/msc-in-health-science-technology-and-policy\/practicum-pathway\/","title":{"rendered":"Practicum Pathway"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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\n Practicum Pathway\n <\/h1>\n \n <\/header>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n\n \n\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n

HLTH 5506 Practicum Pathway (Field Research and Placement)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The practicum pathway allows students to gain experience by completing two 12-week practicums (a 12 week practicum is the equivalent of 420 hours i.e., equivalent of 35 hours per week for 12 weeks) or one 24-week practicum of 840 hours i.e., equivalent of 35 hours per week for 24 weeks) at an appropriate organization (e.g. public health unit, provincial or federal governmental agency or non-governmental organization). Thus, the practicum must be completed on a full-time basis over two terms of the program.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You will find a practicum that aligns with your interests and career goals and where you will apply your knowledge and skills in a professional setting. You will consult with the HSTP Program Director and Graduate Administrator in your search for a practicum placement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Course Description<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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  • The practicum provides an opportunity for students to apply the theory and knowledge gained in coursework to new projects and experiences in professional settings<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Students must have a qualified practicum supervisor, and all projects must be approved by the HSTP Coordinator<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Students must successfully complete the fall and winter courses (HLTH 5100, HLTH 5150, HLTH 5201, HLTH 5300, HLTH 5350, HLTH 5402) prior to initiating a practicum placement<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Throughout the practicum, it is essential for students to reflect on and record their experiences and to engage in regular discussions with their practicum supervisor about their practicum progress<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    Practicum (Field Research and Placement) Objectives<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    The student and practicum supervisor will establish the practicum objectives. The objectives are negotiated prior to the initiation of the practicum. Generally, the student will:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    • Enhance core Health: Science, Technology and Policy competencies<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Undertake work\/projects that are relevant to the student\u2019s objectives, areas of interest and supervisor\u2019s needs and objectives<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Experience hands-on application of coursework through participation in work activities of partner health-focused organization<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

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