This field placement is designed to provide students with experience working with the elderly. Students will gain practical experience (e.g. working with Recreationists creating programming opportunities for residents; learning about proper approaches to interact with elderly, etc.). Students will work for 3 hours a week for the duration of the term in their field placement. This course has limited enrolment, and is open to students completing the Minor in Gerontology.
Prerequisite: PSYC 3293 and permission of the field placement co-ordinator. |