Practicum Preceptors
Guiding public health students in practice
Preceptors supervise Master of Public Health students during their Practicum — an applied project completed at a host organization.
Students complete their projects under the guidance of a designated Preceptor within the host organization, and agree a deliverable with the organization before the project begins.
Who can be a preceptor
Students completing a Practicum must identify, select, and secure a qualified Preceptor.
- Is an employee of the site organization.
- Has demonstrated experience or expertise related to the student’s learning objectives.
- Can provide a justification statement or CV/resume where available.
- Is not an immediate or first-degree relative of the student.
- Does not have a conflict of interest that affects objective feedback.
- Is not a current Ensign Global MPH student.
What a preceptor does
Preceptors guide the student’s day-to-day work at the host organization.
Scope & schedule
Agree a practical project scope and a clear work schedule.
Orientation
Introduce the student to the organization and colleagues.
Supervision
Meet regularly and give constructive feedback.
Resources
Provide workspace, computers, support and data access.
Evaluation
Complete the mid-point and final evaluation forms.
Growth
Open doors through introductions and informational interviews.
Thank you, preceptors
Ensign Global University may recognize preceptors for their contribution to public health education.
- A letter of appreciation from Ensign Global University
- A keepsake from the University
- An orientation program for preceptors