Each agency is encouraged to develop a core group of preceptors and a committee for quality assurance and improvement. Students attending ALS courses are required to complete a field internship program prior state testing. During the field internship, students administer emergency medical care under the direct supervision of a regional preceptor. During the field internship, regional preceptors complete documentation evaluating the student s performance during a shift using the Field Internship Report. Ratings on the Field Internship Report are based on the Standardized Evaluation Guidelines.
Preceptors also award points for skills performed by the student.
Students are required to accumulate a certain number of points during the field internship. Preceptors are unique people. It not only requires the individual to be an excellent provider with a broad knowledge base, but it also requires patience and teaching ability. Not all outstanding providers will make outstanding preceptors. Below are preceptor requirements.