ECIS Practicum Policies  

NOTE: A new Advanced Practicum policy was adopted and affects all students who enrolled in the program Fall 2002. The policy also affects students who enrolled prior to Fall 2002, but who had yet to devise a prospectus with their advisor.

Click here for a copy of the Advanced Practicum Policy and Guidelines.

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OLD Policy (relevant for most students who entered the program prior to Fall 2002).

ECIS Practicum Policies

All students pursuing the ECI license must complete 300 clock hours (6 credits) of supervised practicum with children three to eight years of age. Students may choose one of two options outlined below:

Option 1:

Register for two semesters of advanced practicum (3 credits per semester). Students will be placed in a preschool setting serving young children with special needs during one semester and setting serving children five to eight the other semester. When placements are available, students may register during summer. Check with Dr. Sharon Brady for availability prior to registering. 

Option 2:

Register for three semester of advanced practicum (2 credits per semester). Students must apply for option two by following the directions specified under the ECI program's Part Time Practicum Policy. Check with Dr. Sharon Brady for availability prior to registering.