Practicum Advising & Supervision

Practicum Faculty Adviser is a UWSPH faculty member who reviews and approves the learning contract, advises student on selecting a balanced set of practice-oriented, competency-based activities, and evaluates student’s overall practicum experience.

Site Supervisor is a public health practitioner affiliated with a public health organization who supervises the student’s work  on a day-to-day basis and evaluates the student in the practice setting throughout their practicum.

MPH Program Director/Practicum Faculty Lead is a UWSPH faculty member who provides curricular oversight and upholds the standards of practicum within their respective departments or programs. 

Departmental Staff Adviser is a department or program staff who collaborates with the Manager of Experiential Learning and Practicum Faculty Advisers on student advising and submits official credits for practicum.

Manager of Experiential Learning administers the practicum at the UWSPH, coordinates and advises all practicum participants to ensure a cohesive and engaging experience that meets practicum guidelines and complies with the CEPH accreditation requirements. Serves as the primary contact  for prospective practicum sites exploring opportunities with students.