PSINEC450 - Internship: Education and Childcare

Internships

Semester Credits: 3

Contact Hours: 120

Prerequisites: An A2 level of Italian language. Cover letter, CV, and material pertinent to the chosen area, interview

Description: 3 semester credits. Childcare area is a varied and flexible career path. This internship course offers the opportunity to be involved in the field of childcare education at locations such as childcare institutions, private households, and public and private schools. Interns interact with children and help them with different activities such as stimulating cognitive skills through games and animation of body language, language development, creative art-based activities, and daily operations as required by the placement organization. This internship course aims to prepare students for the professional world and features an unsalaried internship scheduled individually for a minimum of ten hours per week. Students generally serve as part-time interns from Monday through Friday, although some internships may require weekend hours. The internship enhances students’ knowledge through field experience held in a professional environment overseen by a supervisor, who regularly monitors the internship progress and the guides the student’s preparation of a final analytical report and portfolio. Placements will vary depending on the student’s language and professional skills. Main tasks: Activity supervision, guiding games and conversations, creative activity development, activity preparation, provide ongoing logistical assistance to childcare staff, final portfolio.
 Additional materials/Dress code: Appropriate attire required for teaching in school environments. Prerequisites: An A2 level of Italian language. Cover letter, CV, and material pertinent to the chosen area, interview.