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Partners In Education Currently, we accept students from numerous academic fields, including but not limited to: Developmental Service Worker; Social Service Worker; Social Work; Nursing; Recreation and Leisure Services; Behavioural Sciences Technology; and High School students.
What do Field Education Students Do? Field education students support a broad range of activities, including supporting special events, fundraising initiatives and all programs provided by The Centre. The following are a listing of the specialized programs provided at The Centre for Dreams: therapeutic art program; horticultural program; educational program; life skills program; job training; culinary program; sensory program; and social skills program.
What our Students are Saying About Us... “The Centre for Dreams is a unique environment that fosters the growth and development of members in the community of Markham to be a part of a great social and intellectual group. I have been volunteering at Dreams as a social work practicum student for almost a year now and have had the great pleasure of being a part of this team. Working with individuals living with developmental disabilities is a demographic that is not often in the forefront of social policy and media but is an important area that needs support. I am glad that I have had the opportunity to work here and see what gets done on the day to day. From having met individual members months ago, and seeing the progress that is made through the daily activities and curriculum has made my time worthwhile. Dreams has made monumental differences and positive changes in the lives of its members and should be applauded for their great work.” ~ Katie K. – York University BSW Student “The Centre for Dreams offered me a place to expand my learning beyond just theory. They gave me the opportunity to express what I have learned in post-secondary, but with the availability to have my own creative flare.” ~ Jessica E. – York University BSW Student “Working at The Centre for Dreams has been one of the most wonderful experiences in my life. It opened up my eyes to so many different aspects of life especially helping individuals with developmental disabilities.” ~ Shabeena I. “I have found that what some lack in some areas, they make up for in every other aspect. I have learned that there is nothing to be afraid of. People are people and as long as you interact with all clients in the same way and you treat them in a non-judgmental and respectful way, they will show the same to you.” ~Jessica M.
How do I Become a Field Education Student? Send your resume and cover letter to Michelle Del Carmen at michelle@centrefordreams.ca. You will then be contacted for an interview. All students must submit a Cooperative Education Application Form and Vulnerable Sector Screening Form. For more information about the Field Education Program at The Centre for Dreams, contact Michelle Del Carmen at michelle@centrefordreams.ca or 905.209.9092. |
