BHS 521 Internship

1-6 Credit(s)

This course affords students the opportunity to translate theory into practice, apply and gain knowledge, build collegial relationships, and directly experience the operations and functions within a healthcare setting. This fieldwork may assist students in clarifying their career goals and exploring future employment opportunities. Students will work under the supervision of a lead university faculty and a worksite supervisor during their course of study. Hours per week and total number of hours to be determined based on credit load. Regular supervisory meetings with Healthcare Studies faculty is also required. Open only to Healthcare Studies seniors of academic good standing.

Prerequisite: BHS 320 and permission of department chair. Repeatable. Students may not take more than a total of 12 internship credits.