Welcome!
The BCIT Counselling Practicum Training Program offers a Master’s level practicum position with an enriching and comprehensive training experience designed for students passionate about pursuing a career in post-secondary student counselling or related settings.
- Duration and Schedule: The practicum runs from September through April, requiring a commitment of three days per week, from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm.
- Experiences: Expect a broad range of experiences, including individual and some group counselling opportunities, weekly supervision, a diversity of clients and presenting concerns, bi-weekly group consultations and the flexibility to adapt your theoretical orientation and intervention approaches.
- Professional Development: Gain confidence in fulfilling your required practicum hours, opportunities for longer-term counselling with some clients, and the chance to work within a collaborative and highly skilled educational community.
Application deadlines are in early February each year, and positions are open until filled.
(We are no longer accepting applications for Fall 2024).
Steps to apply
Step 1 – Prepare your application package
Include a current resume and a one-page cover letter of intent outlining your professional objectives, expected training, how this placement fits your career goals, and the skills you bring to the position.
Step 2 – Submit your application
Send your complete application package as a single collated email to raymond_devries@bcit.ca and kkonieczny@bcit.ca.
Step 3 – Participate in the selection process
Short-listed candidates will be invited for a video interview. During the interview, you will present a 15-minute mock counselling video demonstrating your basic counselling skills.