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Child Life Department Practicum Student ProgramProgram ObjectivesThe practicum program at AdventHealth for Children is an introduction to the child life profession. Practicum is primarily an observational experience with participation in child life activities, events, and is designed to prepare students for a child life internship. Students will begin to apply and integrate theory and research into practice and gain an understanding of the impact of healthcare on infants, children, adolescents, and families. The practicum student is supervised by a CCLS who has achieved a minimum of 2000 paid hours of experience.Eligibility RequirementsApplicants must have reached “Junior” status or be at least 3 year of college/university.Applicants are required to have completed a minimum of three of the required ACLP courses when applying, including a Child Development course.Applicants must have a GPA of 3.0 or above on a 4.0 scale in major.Applicants must have completed a total of 100 hours of verifiable fieldwork experience with children in a structured environment. (descriptions below)Applicants must be affiliated with a university.A minimum of 50 hours of volunteer experience in a hospital setting under the direct supervision of a certified child life specialist.A minimum of 50 hours of volunteer or work experience with well infants, children, youth and/or families in a structured environment.A structured environment would include a daycare, lab-class with a university, school-public/private, nursery, camps, after school programs. The care of children at home, such as being a nanny, babysitting, or caring for one’s own children does not count towards this requirement.Two letters of recommendationOne letter must be from an academic source. One letter from someone who can comment on your work based upon observations and can speak to skill set as it relates to work with children(non-relatives or friends). Child Life DepartmentPracticum Student ProgramPracticum Application ChecklistChecklist enclosed with application.Applications not containing the following components will be considered incomplete. Incomplete and late applications will not be reviewed. Components of this application must be typed and not handwritten. *Please note that we are only able to accept affiliated students**Please see updated information about affiliation at end of pleted and signed practicum application postmarked by the stated application deadline.Checklist enclosed with ponents of this application must be typed and not handwritten. Academic transcripts from all colleges or universities attended (unofficial copies accepted; upon acceptance to the practicum program official transcripts must be sent).Current Professional Resume.Child Life Relevant Coursework List.Verification of 100 hours working with children using the provided field experience verification form below. Proof of hours must be attached, and you must include verification from all experiences listed on resume.Two letters of recommendation (Academic/Observation).From: _____________________________ Title: _____________________________Enclosed in application From: _____________________________ Title: _____________________________Enclosed in application Practicum Questionnaire (must be typed)Signature: ______________________________________ Date: _____________________ Child Life DepartmentPracticum Student ProgramApplicant Personal InformationApplicant Name: ______________________________________________________________________Current Address: __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Permanent Address: _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Applicant’s Phone Number: _____________________________________________________________Applicant’s E-mail Address: _____________________________________________________________Emergency Contact InformationEmergency Contact Name: ______________________________________________________Relationship: ________________________________________________________________Phone Number: ______________________________________________ Child Life DepartmentPracticum Student ProgramAcademic InformationAcademic Institution: ____________________________________________________________Major: ______________________________________________________________________________Degree: _____________________________________________________________________________Expected Graduation Date: ______________ Bachelors: ____________ Masters: ____________Cumulative GPA: _____________________________GPA in Major: _____________________________Academic Institution: ____________________________________________________________Major: ______________________________________________________________________________Degree: _____________________________________________________________________________Expected Graduation Date: ______________ Bachelors: ___________ Masters: __________Cumulative GPA: _____________________________GPA in Major: _____________________________Academic Institution contact information for affiliation agreementName/Title: __________________________________________________________________________University: ___________________________________________________________________________Address: ____________________________________________________________________________Contact Phone Number: ________________________________________________________________Contact Email Address: _________________________________________________________________I will be enrolling at AdventHealth University’s child life practicum course if offered a practicum at AdventHealth for Children for affiliation: ______yes _____noACLP Required courses completed (must have three completed):Child Development (required for practicum at AHFC)____________________________________________________ Child Life DepartmentPracticum Student ProgramField Experience Verification FormI confirm that (applicant) ____________________________________________________________ has completed________________ hours at (institution) ______________________________________in(location)__________________________________________________________________working with(Type of experience—check one)Working with children who are physically wellWorking with children in a healthcare settingWork with children in a stress-related environmentWorking with children with special needsThe applicant’s experience consisted of the following (list typical types of interactions with children):____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Position Title (volunteer, student, paid employee): ________________________________________Dates (mm/yr. - mm/yr.): ______________________________________________________________ Signature/Credentials: _________________________________________________________________Printed Name: ________________________________________________________________________Title: _______________________________________________________________________________Phone Number: _____________________________E-mail: ____________________________________ Child Life DepartmentPracticum Student ProgramPracticum Questionnaire (Please limit typed responses to 300 words maximum) Describe your interest in the child life profession.What qualities do you possess that make you the right fit for the child life profession?What is your understanding of play in the hospital setting?What are your goals in completing a practicum program? Child Life DepartmentPracticum Student ProgramApplication DeadlinesApplications must be postmarked by ACLP’s internship deadlines to be considered for all sessions. All application packets are thoroughly reviewed. INCOMPLETE and LATE APPLICATIONS will not be considered. Acceptance is based on staffing availability, program capacity and qualifications of all applicants. The most qualified candidates will be contacted via e-mail for a 1st round phone interview. 2nd round interview offers will be contacted via phone for in-person/skype/video interview. Initial offer will be made from offer dates below. All applicants will be contacted via e-mail throughout our interviewing process. Individual applicants that would like additional feedback may contact the practicum coordinator via e-mail the week following the initial offer date below to schedule a phone conference.We offer Fall, Spring, and Summer practicums and follow the ACLP’s deadlines for internship applications.For questions please call 407-609-3965Please submit applications:AdventHealth for ChildrenChild Life DepartmentNanette Whitehead, Practicum Coordinator601 E. Rollins StreetOrlando, Florida 32803 Child Life DepartmentPracticum Student ProgramFAQ’sPracticum scheduleThe practicum program will run for 40 hours per week, for approximately 4 weeks and a minimum of 160 hours. RotationsStudent will complete 2 clinical rotations, 2-weeks each (1-Inpatient & 1-Outpatient) as part of the practicum. Scheduling may vary due to child life staffing or other considerations.Do I have to be an affiliated student? YESAn affiliation agreement will be established between the university/college and AdventHealth for Children.New practicum course opportunity for AdventHealth for Children child life students: Beginning Fall 2021 practicum students who receive an offer for a practicum at AdventHealth for Children are eligible to enroll at AdventHealth University’s practicum course for affiliation with AdventHealth for Children. Students do not have to take another course at AdventHealth University to be eligible for this course. Currently, only students who will be completing their practicum at AdventHealth for Children are able to enroll. For further questions about this new opportunity, please reach out to Debbie Spencer at Deborah.spencer@. More information about enrollment and courses at AdventHealth University can be found at adu.eduInterview InformationOnly the most qualified applicants will receive interviews. If you are selected for an interview the first interview will be conducted via phone. A second interview may be conducted in person/video/ skype. AssignmentsAssignments included but are not limited to the following: Activity & Goal Assessment/Outcome PresentationDaily JournalsDevelopmental AssessmentsDiagnosis AssignmentsMedical & Acronym Terminology ListReflection PaperStructured Weekly Journal ReadingsHousing ArrangementsPracticum students are responsible for obtaining their own housing. The child life department can provide guidance and additional housing information as requested. Practicum students who enroll in the AdventHealth Universities practicum course are eligible to have access AHU’s housing at the student rate.*Students who complete a practicum at AdventHealth for Children are not eligible to apply/complete an internship at AdventHealth for Children. ................
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