1. Field Experience in Family Social Sciences
FMLY 4300

2. FMLY 4300 - Field Experience
WHY TAKE THE COURSE?
An opportunity to apply knowledge in a practical, professional setting.
An excellent transition to the professional world.
An opportunity to obtain training and experience through interaction with highly qualified professionals.
A great addition to your resume.
Establish some great contacts in the field.

3. FMLY 4300 - Field Experience
WHAT ARE THE DETAILS OF THE COURSE?
6 credit hours.
120 hours in the field.
Seminars on Tuesdays from 4:00 to 5:15
Two options:
First term only option – one full day a week at placement site.
Both terms option – half day a week at placement site.

4. FMLY 4300 - Field Experience
WHAT CAN I EXPECT IN THE COURSE?
Facilitated discussions – a chance to lead and document in- class discussions.
Guest speakers and special sessions, for example, on privacy rules.
Field notes – self reflection on learning and progress at your placement site.
An on site project in cooperation with the supervisor.
Mid-term and Final evaluation by site supervisor.

5. FMLY 4300 - Field Experience
WHERE WOULD I BE PLACED?
Students are from all options in Family Social Sciences.
Students are matched according to their option and individual interests.
A wide range of sites, including frontline activities, research activities, program delivery, program development and program evaluation.
Check the front page of the application form for a sampling of sites.

6. FMLY 4300 - Field Experience
IS THIS COURSE FOR ME?
Must have a professional attitude.
Must be able to work independently.
Must commit to placement and seminar attendance
Must have good communication and problem solving skills.
Must consider other time commitments and transportation.

7. FMLY 4300 - Field Experience
HOW DO I APPLY?
Applications due April 28, 2017.
Application form is available on the Family Social Sciences website.
You describe your goals for the field experience and express a preference of site.
You need to get two references.
Hand in your application to the Family Social Sciences Office, Room 309, Human Ecology.
Attend an orientation meeting April 11, 2017, at 3:30 pm in Room 200B Human Ecology.
Students visit sites in June (before the course begins).

8. FMLY 4300 - Field Experience
WHO DO I CONTACT IF I HAVE QUESTIONS?
Cheryl Fraehlich