Child Life Student Practicum

Thank you for your interest in our child life practicum. Three times a year we offer entry-level training in the Child Life Program.

The training is intended to introduce the undergraduate student to child life as well as the variety of experiences facing children and adolescents in a healthcare setting. A certified child life specialist (CCLS) will supervise the student as he or she participates in individual and group activities with children and families.

Qualifications

Practicum students must have completed core curriculum, including child development course work, and must have demonstrated successful experiences with children. Non-traditional Child Life students must have taken the Intro to Child Life course or completed a minimum of 50 hours of volunteer work within a Child Life Program under the supervision of a Certified Child Life Specialist. This type of training is highly recommended for those students who are considering a career as a child life specialist. Practicum students must complete 8-10 hours per week for a minimum of 100 total hours.

Application Information

Please submit the application along with your resume and cover letter.

PRACTICUM APPLICATION

Applications should be sent to:

Application for practicum training requires submission of a completed application as well as an on-site interview. Application is not a guarantee of acceptance. Due to the expectation that we provide students with quality supervision and education during placement, a limited number of students are accepted per semester.

Should you have any questions, please contact:
Child Life Program at 315 464-7506