The SPE allows you to complete a practice experience in an area of your choice under the guidance and supervision of a nurse preceptor. Preceptors are nurses selected by the clinical agency for their knowledge and skill in nursing. The clinical area of choice is often a speciality area in which you have had previous practice or related experience. Determining suitability of a SPE Determining if the SPE option is for you is the first step in the process of developing a proposal. A variety of factors influence suitability of this renewal option for an individual.
Recent experience is a crucial factor.
If you have not practised in the last 10 years, it is recommended that you not use this option. Contact Regulatory Services to purchase a copy of the Supervised Practice Experience Planning Kit. Your proposal must include reasons why the SPE is a suitable option for you as well as information on the sponsoring clinical agency and the preceptor. It must also include your objectives, planned learning activities, and an evaluation plan that addresses the knowledge, skills, attitudes and judgments required to competently practice nursing in your chosen practice area. The committee meets about every six weeks and proposals need to be received well in advance of the meeting date.