General Information

Students are expected to adhere to all policies and protocols of the clinical agencies to which they are assigned. The student dress code for clinical activities is to be followed. Barnes-Jewish College student ID badges must be worn at all clinical experiences. Students may not cover up their last name. Students are expected to provide their own transportation to clinical sites. Some clinical placement sites may be located outside the greater St. Louis area. Students may not always get their first choice of clinical. Faculty will assign clinical placements and will consider students preference if feasible.

1. Undergraduate
Undergraduate students participate in clinical practicum experiences throughout the program. Experiences occur in a variety of settings, including acute care, community and long-term care. Some clinical placement sites may be located outside the greater St. Louis area. Approval of clinical sites is at the sole discretion of the College. Students are expected to provide their own transportation to clinical sites. Clinical/practicum experiences may be scheduled on day, evening and/or weekend shifts.

2. Graduate
Master’s and doctoral practica are concentration-specific. Clinical experiences may require the student to identify a preceptor and clinical location. Signed preceptor and clinical stie agreements must be in place prior to initiation of activities. Students file preceptor requests with the Graduate Academic Coordinator for graduate program options prior to the beginning of the clinical experience. No clinical activities may commence until agreements are in place.