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General Information

Students are expected to adhere to all policies and protocols of the clinical agencies to which they are assigned. Individual faculty members may have additional policies governing clinical practice. 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

Accelerated and upper division 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. Signed preceptor agreements must be in place prior to initiation of activities. Students file preceptor requests with the Clinical Contract Specialist prior to the beginning of the clinical experience. No clinical activities may commence until agreements are in place.