Nursing Field Experience:

Steps to Practicum Success

Step 1

Plan for Practicum

• Read and bookmark this website
• Know your program information to determine your practicum courses and timeline
• Read and bookmark the Practicum Manual
• Prepare your professional image

Step 2

Find a Site and Preceptor

• Study your preceptor and practicum site requirements
• Review “Professional Preparation for Field Experience” guide.
• Brainstorm possibilities
• Prepare to communicate with potential preceptors
• Ask for help

Step 3

Apply for Practicum

• Know your deadlines
• Gather required materials
• Submit Meditrek application (s)
• Complete onboarding requirements
• Monitor application and prepare for approval
• Frequently Asked Questions – Application Process
• Frequently Asked Questions – Onboarding Process

Step 4

Be Successful in Your Practicum

• Alert us if you have changes to your practicum
• Complete Practicum Orientation before you begin your practicum experience.
• Complete training before you begin your practicum experience. 
• Complete your logs
• Make sure your preceptor completes evaluations
• Communicate with faculty instructor changes or issues