Practicum/work experience requirements
Students may need to travel or relocate anywhere in Alberta to complete their practicum due to site availability and are responsible for the associated costs. Access to a vehicle may be needed. Within the time frame of the program, every effort is made to accommodate student preferences in practicum placements. In extreme circumstances, NorQuest College may need to delay a student’s practicum until a placement becomes available.
Before you attend your first practicum, you will need:
- to successfully complete of all prerequisite courses, including written and practical exams.
- the following course. Certificates will be awarded upon completion:
- BLS (CPR): XHLT 1200 (current within one year)
- a clear Police Information Check. A Vulnerable Sector Check is also needed if you are over 18 years of age.
- an up-to-date immunization records.
- N95 mask fit testing as arranged by the program (current within two years).
- to complete the AHS or Covenant Health information & privacy online learning module.
- to complete the HSPNet consent form.
There may be costs associated with completing these requirements. See Completing work, practicum, and clinical requirements for details and further instructions.
International students: You must get a co-op work permit before beginning the work-integrated learning component of the program. A medical exam may also be needed. See Co-op work permit for more information.