Practicum placements
The Field Experience team works closely with our school district partners to ensure quality practicum placements for our students. Students provide input via a practicum placement survey and program course work closely supports strong preparation and planning for successful pre-service teacher on practicum.
During your various practicum placements is where all your learning gets implemented. All placements requires thorough planning, resoruces and strong, professional relationships with your Field Supervisor, Mentor teacher(s), and classroom students. Find all of the resources and information you need on our Field Experience section.
Kaitlin Weber
“The Education program at VIU has been nothing but a positive experience for me. The teachers and students here have such a passion to teach and shape young minds. Everyone is so incredibly supportive, encouraging, and are always willing to lend a hand or share ideas. The friendships I have made with my classmates will last a lifetime.”