IN THIS EPISODE

In today’s episode I’m talking about preceptors, and a lot of what goes into finding preceptors. I think this is a really important topic for several reasons. Obviously, preceptors are a necessity for dietetic internships, whether they are organized by students or programs. We cannot have internships without preceptors. There also has been a pretty big increase in the number of distance internship programs, which are most likely to require students to find and arrange their own preceptors. Finally, finding preceptors is a big task to add to an already pretty big application and internship experience. Ideally, resources and guidance are available for students who choose that route.

Here are some of the perspectives covered in this episode:

1.    Preceptors/Facilities have their clients’/patients’ best interests in mind

2.  DI Directors/Programs ideally provide support to both applicants/interns and preceptors

3.   Students/Interns can get information about what to expect in their preceptor search

YOUR ACTION STEP

If you are pre-application, do your program research. Really look into your options and run the pros and cons lists of both distance and face-to-face programs. Whatever your choice, dive deep into what they offer. Ask those questions if you do have to find preceptors: find out how the programs supports both students looking for preceptors, and preceptors themselves.

Also, please let me know about your preceptor finding experience. Literally any details you have to share, I want to hear. That is the best way for me understand the situation students are going through, and potentially how to address those gaps to make them easier to navigate.

With this Insider insight, your application is sure to stand out!

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SHOW NOTES

Episode 42 Show Notes 

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