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Practicum Commitment®

Dedicated support when you need it most

Chamberlain University is dedicated to ensuring your success in securing a practicum placement within the online programs. 
 

What Sets Chamberlain’s Practicum Commitment® Apart

Built into Your Program

Practicum guidance and placement support are integrated into your student experience.

Dedicated Team

Work with experienced Experiential Learning Specialists and support teams who help guide you through each stage of the process.

Practicum Commitment

If you’re unable to secure a qualifying practicum placement after documented attempts, Chamberlain provides a structured support pathway designed to help.

Continued Support

From placement coordination to ongoing communication, our team remains engaged throughout your practicum journey.

Did you know?

Many programs leave practicum placement entirely up to you. Chamberlain pledges additional support if you’re unable to find one.

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Collaboration

How We Work Together

Chamberlain’s Practicum Commitment® helps ensure that you gain the essential experiences you need for your degree. Our Experiential Learning Team will provide coaching, resources and tips on how to approach a potential practicum site. 

We support you with

  • Guidance, coaching, and readiness tools
  • Site contracting and compliance requirements
  • Placement assistance if you're unable to secure one
  • Ongoing academic and operational support

You'll be responsible for

  • Identifying your interests and preferred settings
  • Reaching out to potential sites and preceptors
  • Submitting required documentation
  • Communicating with preceptors and completing program requirements

Process & Requirements

How Practicum Commitment® Support Works

Chamberlain helps you find the practicum site for you, ensuring you have the clinical and field experiences you need to positively impact your community. We help you find the experience — you just bring the knowledge.

Prepare

Complete all assigned preparation tasks from the Experiential Learning Specialists (ELS) or other Clinical Operations team members.

Make Your Attempts

Submit your request via the MyChamberlain Student Portal with documentation of three formal site and/or preceptor denials. 

Request Support

Request Practicum Commitment® assistance at least three sessions before starting each practicum course. 

Move Forward

Once eligible, our team supports site coordination, communication, and next steps to help move your practicum forward.

Who is this support for?

Practicum Commitment® support is designed for students who may encounter barriers securing practicum placement opportunities independently.

If challenges remain after outreach to potential sites or preceptors, our team can help guide you through available support options and next steps.

Eligible Programs
  • RN to BSN
  • RN-MSN
  • MSN including All Specializations
  • DNP
  • Accelerated MSN

Not sure if your situation qualifies?

Our team can help you understand available options and next steps.

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Practicum was actually very fun and it’s where I learned the most!"

Jessica Ward FNP ‘Graduate

When and how to request support? 

Request Practicum Commitment™ assistance after independently pursuing practicum placement opportunities and documenting formal denials from potential sites or preceptors.

Requests should be submitted at least three sessions (approximately six months) before your practicum start date through the MyChamberlain Student Portal, identifying it as a Practicum Commitment™ request.

Students may also be asked to complete assigned professional preparation activities and remain engaged with placement communications throughout the process.

What do I need to qualify?

To help our team review and coordinate your request, students may be asked to provide supporting documentation and complete required practicum preparation steps.

Potential practicum sites and preceptors must also align with Chamberlain course and practicum requirements, including screening and immunization standards where applicable.

Documentation Requirements

  • At least three formal denials from practicum sites or preceptors
  • Denials must include a signed letter or email from a work-issued account
  • Requests may be reviewed or verified by an Experiential Learning Specialist (ELS)
  • Documentation must be current and cannot be reused from previous requests

Resources

Helpful Links to Get Started

Practicum Handbook

Full requirements & eligibility 

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MyChamberlain Portal

Submit your practicum request here

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FAQs

Practicum Commitment® Questions, Answered

 

What makes a good practicum?

A good practicum gives you clinical and field experience in the topic that you are studying. Identify your learning objectives early. This will allow you to gain hands-on experience applying your knowledge in a practical setting. Don’t be afraid to look at your current workplace or other familiar sites for your placement.

How do I find the right preceptor?

A quality preceptor will collaborate with Chamberlain faculty to promote your success in the practicum. The preceptor may be a mentor or agency instructor, depending on your program or track. You can find them by networking with peers and professors in your field, tapping your personal network and even cold calling. Be persistent — great preceptors are out there wanting to hear from you.

How can I stay successful during my practicum?

While your practicum helps you gain skills, you’ll also benefit from mentorship. Network, network, network! Make connections with the practitioners at your site and be proactive to get the most out of your experience. Come prepared to work and learn every day, stay organized and stick to the basics: you’re here because you want to make yourself and your community better. Take pride in your work, and your preceptors will be proud of you.

How do I apply for Practicum Commitment?

While your practicum helps you gain skills, you’ll also benefit from mentorship. Network, network, network! Make connections with the practitioners at your site and be proactive to get the most out of your experience. Come prepared to work and learn every day, stay organized and stick to the basics: you’re here because you want to make yourself and your community better. Take pride in your work, and your preceptors will be proud of you.

Does financial aid pay for Practicum Commitment?

Request Practicum Commitment® assistance three sessions in advance and submit documentation of three formal site and/or preceptor denials. Submit your request via MyChamberlain, complete the preparation tasks and comply with all site-specific requirements to stay eligible. 

What kind of practitioners can I approach for my practicum?

Practicum Commitment® is a service Chamberlain provides at no cost to students. The practicum itself is part of your coursework, so if you qualify for financial aid in your other courses, you potentially will for the practicum courses as well.

Financial Aid 

Where do Chamberlain students do clinical rotations?​

We encourage you to approach mentors in your educational journey, such as a respected childhood doctor or your former manager at an internship. Choose someone who will invest in your journey and truly mentor you.

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What documents qualify as site/preceptor denials for the Practicum Commitment?

Denials can be work-issued emails or signed letters, may be completed by an administrator/prospective preceptor at the site and may not be reused from previous Practicum Commitment® requests. Denials may be verified.

Practicum Commitment® Rules

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