{"id":5916,"date":"2021-06-03T17:41:52","date_gmt":"2021-06-03T21:41:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/carleton.ca\/iis\/?page_id=5916"},"modified":"2026-04-07T15:42:37","modified_gmt":"2026-04-07T19:42:37","slug":"practicum","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/carleton.ca\/iis\/practicum\/","title":{"rendered":"Practicum"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: left;\">The Childhood and Youth Studies (CHST) practicum is your opportunity to move beyond the classroom and engage directly with children, youth, and communities. Through hands-on placements, you\u2019ll apply your knowledge in meaningful ways while building skills that prepare you for your future career.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\" data-start=\"644\" data-end=\"675\" data-section-id=\"1gid7rt\">Why the Practicum Matters<\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\" data-start=\"677\" data-end=\"784\">The practicum is more than a course\u2014it\u2019s a bridge between your academic learning and real-world experience.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\" data-start=\"786\" data-end=\"819\">Through your placement, you will:<\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: left;\" data-start=\"820\" data-end=\"1074\">\n<li data-start=\"820\" data-end=\"873\" data-section-id=\"1694o9u\">Gain hands-on experience in professional settings<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"874\" data-end=\"935\" data-section-id=\"1uiwbfe\">Build meaningful connections with community organizations<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"936\" data-end=\"970\" data-section-id=\"g3ub25\">Explore potential career paths<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"971\" data-end=\"1025\" data-section-id=\"xfkbc9\">Develop confidence working with children and youth<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1026\" data-end=\"1074\" data-section-id=\"1geh0qv\">Make a tangible difference in your community<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Student Experiences: Learning Beyond the Classroom<\/h2>\n<h3>Alumni Spotlight: Glenisha Austin-Clarke<\/h3>\n<div style=\"overflow: hidden; margin-bottom: 20px;\">\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"float: left; margin-right: 20px; width: 340px; height: auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/resources.finalsite.net\/images\/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4\/v1772122759\/elmwoodonca\/jme2lp9lpzgbo3loy28g\/DSC_2917.jpg\" alt=\"Image of Glenisha Austin-Clarke\" \/>A Childhood and Youth Studies student, Glenisha completed her practicum at her former school, applying her learning in a deeply personal and impactful way.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"\">\n\t<p>\n\t\t<a class=\"button__red button__red--solid\" href=\"https:\/\/www.elmwood.ca\/parents\/school-news\/articles\/~board\/school-news\/post\/alumni-spotlight-glenisha-austin-clarke\" target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Read her story<\/a>\n\t<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n<h3>Students Making a Difference<\/h3>\n<div style=\"overflow: hidden; margin-bottom: 20px;\">\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"float: left; margin-right: 20px; width: 340px; height: auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/carleton.ca\/iis\/wp-content\/uploads\/multi-ethnic-university-students-435x290-e1456843805828.jpg\" alt=\"Image of Glenisha Austin-Clarke\" \/>CHST students contribute to a wide range of community initiatives through their practicum placements, from education to advocacy and support services.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"\">\n\t<p>\n\t\t<a class=\"button__red button__red--solid\" href=\"https:\/\/carleton.ca\/fass\/story\/students-making-a-difference-in-the-newly-revamped-program-in-childhood-and-youth-studies\/\" target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">FASS News<\/a>\n\t<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n<h2>How the Practicum Works<\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Apply for the practicum course (CHST 3905)<\/strong><br \/>\nEnsure you meet the eligibility requirements.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Explore your interests<\/strong><br \/>\nIdentify the types of organizations or roles that align with your goals.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Secure a placement<\/strong><br \/>\nWork with the practicum coordinator or apply to partner organizations.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Complete your placement hours<\/strong><br \/>\nGain hands-on experience in a professional setting.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Reflect and integrate your learning<\/strong><br \/>\nConnect your practical experience with academic coursework.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2>Where You Can Work<\/h2>\n<p>CHST students complete placements across a wide range of organizations, including:<\/p>\n<h3>Schools &amp; Education<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>School boards<\/li>\n<li>Private and independent schools<\/li>\n<li>After-school programs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Health &amp; Community Services<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Youth support organizations<\/li>\n<li>Mental health services<\/li>\n<li>Community health centres<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Nonprofits &amp; Advocacy<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Child and youth advocacy organizations<\/li>\n<li>Settlement and newcomer services<\/li>\n<li>Community outreach programs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Research &amp; Policy<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Government agencies<\/li>\n<li>Research centres<\/li>\n<li>Policy organizations<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><em><br \/>\nStudents are encouraged to explore placements that align with their interests and career goals. A partial list of host institutions and organizations where our practicum students have volunteered can be viewed here \u2013<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/carleton.ca\/iis\/wp-content\/uploads\/CHST-3905-List-of-Organizations.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><br \/>\n<strong>Partial List of Host Organizations<\/strong><br \/>\n<\/a><br \/>\n<\/em><\/p>\n<h2>What You\u2019ll Gain<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Practical, resume-building experience<\/li>\n<li>Professional skills in communication and collaboration<\/li>\n<li>Insight into careers working with children and youth<\/li>\n<li>Expanded professional network<\/li>\n<li>Greater confidence in real-world settings<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Get Started<\/h2>\n<p>Ready to take your learning into the community?<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Apply to the Practicum CHST 3905 \u201cService-Learning in Community Settings\u201d<\/li>\n<li>Begin exploring placement opportunities<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<div class=\"\">\n\t<p>\n\t\t<a class=\"button__red button__red--solid\" href=\"https:\/\/carleton.ca\/iis\/chst-practicum-application\/\" target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Begin Practicum Application<\/a>\n\t<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Childhood and Youth Studies (CHST) practicum is your opportunity to move beyond the classroom and engage directly with children, youth, and communities. 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