Tips for success
Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) - can take up to 8 weeks to process. Must be valid for the duration of the field placement.
Medical Assessment Form – can take up to 8 weeks to process.
Standard First Aid & CPR-C Training – 14 to 26 hours of training
For International Students Only – must have Co-op Permit or proof of application of Co-op Permit
Ministry of Labour Training Certificate – complete the Worker Health and Safety Awareness Online Training
Consent Form – In order to facilitate a Seneca authorized field placement, Seneca is required to collect, use and disclose personal information to assist in establishing the placement, supporting students throughout the placement, and monitoring and evaluating successful completion of the placement.
Address – Ensure local home and mailing address are accurate on Student Home before enrolling in a field placement course.
Student Profile Questionnaire – Once you have enrolled in your courses, you must complete the Profile Questionnaire.
Synergy Gateway Verified (SGV) - Seneca does not review confidential documents. Students must make an appointment with Synergy Gateway Verified to ensure all field placement steps are completed. Synergy will confirm your Medical Clearance and will let the Field Placement know you are ready to be assigned a placement.
You are ready to be assigned a placement when you have:
Students must complete all the A, B. C steps before starting field placement. Please note the important deadlines below:
For a Fall 2025 placement
For a Winter 2026 placement
August 8, 2025
To start placement in September.
December 5, 2025
To start placement in January 2026.
April 10, 2026
To start placement in May 2026.
All other returning students
August 15, 2025
Email: senecaecefieldplacements@senecapolytechnic.ca
Room D4020 - Newnham Campus Map
Room GH2014 - King Campus Map
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