Human Services in Practice (FHS 472) is a P/NP course required of all students who have chosen to pursue the DSI emphasis and involves students in supervised and planned site placements in the community. In the DSI emphasis, students must complete 4 terms of field study. For New DSI Students, the first term of the 4-term sequence involves a seminar, entitled “Introduction to DSI Field Study”, where student examine and discuss such topics as 1) Essential aspects of field study, 2) How to make the most of the field study experience, and 3) How to locate and sign-up for a field site. Please see the flowchart below for more information.

Remaining in the DSI track is contingent on the COE background check clearance. We cannot clear you to register for your second term of FHS 472 or 473 until COE Placements receives your cleared background check.During the following 3 terms, Continuing DSI Students have the opportunity to receive hands-on experience and training within Human Service agencies in the community. Please follow the process outlined on the Continuing DSI Students flowchart to sign up for another term at your current site or to sign up for a new site.

For more information check out: DSI Frequently Asked Questions-24-25.