Become a Preceptor
The MPH Program would not exist if it weren't for the many community organizations that work with us to provide our students with volunteer and experiential learning opportunities. As with all other WSU community partners, organizations must have the following:
- Liability insurance that covers volunteers
- Specific, public health focused opportunities
- On-site supervision from a public health professional
Additionally, practicum sites must:
- Serve a public health or health service mission or support a department with a similar mission
- Address a significant public health and/or health service problem
Practicum Preceptors serve as the liaison between the MPH program and worksite, providing direct supervision to the student. They often serve as practice mentors to students. Preceptors should have a working knowledge of the agency or organization, the community served and the program content area. All preceptors must have a minimum of 3 years work experience AND completed a MPH degree or a graduate degree in a related field, OR the equivalent combination of education and experience.
To get yourself and/or your oragnization involved in the MPH Practicum:
- Complete the Practicum Site Application
- Complete the Practicum Preceptor Application
- Submit the applications along with a copy of your CV/Resume to Dr. Juliann Binienda, MPH Practicum Director at mphpracticum@med.wayne.edu
The abstract books below provide highlights of the students' Practicum experiences in public health practice:
Fall 2015 MPH Student Practicum Abstracts
Feburary 2016 Student Practicum Abstracts
April 2016 Student Practicum Abstracts
Spring/Summer 2016 MPH Student Practicum Abstracts
For additional information on the MPH Practicum please see the WSU MPH Program Practicum Handbook for Preceptors