Integrating theory and practice: clinical counselling experience at the South East Integrated Care Center

Abstract

This Master of Social Work practicum report is a culmination of my clinical experiences at the South East Integrated Care Center in Moosomin, Saskatchewan from January 6, 2010 to April 1, 2010. This practicum experience is in portion of the requirements to obtain my Masters of Social Work degree from the University of Regina. During this practicum, I was able to meet my goals which included: exploring counselling theory and its application to individuals with palliative health issues; gaining an understanding of issues related to resources available to rural palliative care individuals; gaining knowledge and skills to work with a multidisciplinary team and gaining experience in group work. The report is divided into nine sections which include ideology, values, theory, strategies, ethics, skills, relationships, practicum findings and visions. Within the practicum findings the writer will provide case examples to demonstrate knowledge and practice. The writer will also include complied statistical information obtained through the practicum and provide overall themes of evaluation. This paper will conclude with a summarization of the benefits and learned experience gained through this practicum. The report is divided into nine sections which include ideology, values, theory, strategies, ethics, skills, relationships, practicum findings and visions. Within the practicum findings the writer will provide case examples to demonstrate knowledge and practice. The writer will also include complied statistical information obtained through the practicum and provide overall themes of evaluation. This paper will conclude with a summarization of the benefits and learned experience gained through this practicum.