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International Students (including Canadian students)
Clinical Practicum
Do I have to find my own preceptor?
I already have a midwife who has agreed to be my preceptor. What does she have to do to become a preceptor for SMS?
If there are no potential preceptors in my area do I have to relocate?Do I have to find my own preceptor?
It depends. We may already have preceptors in your area, but it is possible that we do not. We will help you through the process if there is not an established preceptor site in your area. You would make connections with midwives or other health care professionals in your area. We would then send them a preceptor packet and application.I already have a midwife who has agreed to be my preceptor. What does she have to do to become a preceptor for SMS?
In order to become a preceptor for SMS a midwife must be practicing legally in her state or province, be current on all of her certifications, and meet some other requirements set by SMS. We send out a Potential Preceptor Packet to midwives who are interested in becoming preceptors. Please contact the Midwifery Education Program Clinical Coordinator if you would like a preceptor packet sent to you.If there are no potential preceptors in my area do I have to relocate?
There is always the possibility that you may need to relocate for a preceptorship. We cannot guarantee that we will be able to provide a preceptor in your area. It is not uncommon for students to relocate for one or more preceptorships. If this is an issue for you, please contact our admissions specialist for further information so we can discuss various possibilities.