Phase 2: Welcome your co-op placement student

When you first welcome a student on placement.

Create meaningful placements as a co-op partner

Phase 1: Prepare to host a co-op placement Phase 2: Welcome your co-op placement student Phase 3: Provide support during placement as a co-op host Phase 4: Connect with other opportunities as a co-op partner

Watch a series of short videos that support you as you begin hosting a student on placement. Each video brings together key insights from experienced mentors, offering different perspectives on the same key question. You can watch them in any order, when it suits you.

Understand students on placement

How would you describe the contemporary student?

Hear answers from our mentors

Requirements for students

Learn about the elements that create a supportive environment and the importance of communication.

What's important for students

Discover the importance of communication, having a growth mindset, and maintaining realistic expectations.

Understanding expectations

Explore the impact beyond placement and the professional requirements students anticipate.

Building a strong rapport

Learn how to align expectations, respond to opportunities with agility, and embrace individuality.

Why it's important to create rapport

Understand the significance of cultural safety and the student's receptiveness to feedback.

Coaching and mentoring

Discover the benefits of coaching and the concept of reverse mentoring.

Dealing with challenges

Find out how to lean into the partnership and who to contact for support.

Your supervisor handbook

Download a guide to the key responsibilities involved in hosting a co-operative learning placement.