CLM 403 - PRACTICUM III: ADVANCED

College of Health Sciences

Credit(s): 3

This practicum is the third in a three-course sequence. This advanced level practicum continues the development and integration of clinical leadership and management core learning outcomes associated with CLM 402. Students continue to focus on 1) application of theory, knowledge, and skills essential for effective and collaborative leadership in health care, and 2) the integration of CLM student learning outcomes and foundational learning dimensions addressed in CLM 401 through applied experiences and seminar/course assignment activities. Additionally, CLM 403 assists students in deepening their knowledge and skills through preceptor mentorship and engagement in activities such as quality improvement projects, system/process/service assessments, data collection, analysis, synthesis and presentation as part of their individualized, agency-specific learning agreements. Students will apply for the practicum course and work with faculty and the practicum coordinator to secure a clinical leadership and management focused placement in a healthcare setting that is appropriate for the course and student learning goals. Students develop a site-specific individualized learning plan and class seminars assist students with integrating their workplace experiences with foundational coursework as a cohort. CLM 402 and CLM 403 offer concentrated professional practicum immersion experiences. Simultaneous enrollment in courses other than the Capstone course is discouraged. Employment during the practicum is also discouraged so that the student may fully concentrate on the professional practicum experience. Students will be required to attend a mandatory Orientation session prior to participating in CLM 402 and CLM 403. The schedule for Orientation will be available on the first day of the semester. Preceptors may also request to meet with and/or interview potential student interns prior to acceptance at the site.

Prereq: Completion of all required CLM coursework and CLM 401 Practicum Foundations (with a grade of ‘C’ or better) or equivalents except for CLM 443, CLM 444, CLM 402, and CLM 495 or consent of the instructor.
Approved for Distance Learning.