On-site observational experience with practicing Parish Nurses. Dedication Service in the Marquette chapel and closing ceremony with brunch on the final Saturday of the program. 54 Continuing Education credits are awarded. Most evenings participants will be free to use the Marquette library, read assigned materials, socialize, enjoy city of Milwaukee sites and recreation. An optional second stage of the Institute will be offered.
Participants complete a nine-month fellowship with the community of their choosing.
Each participant is mentored by phone, in person or by mail on a regular schedule. Five Saturday seminars are held on the Marquette campus during the fellowship. Those unable to attend seminars due to geographical distance may participate via videotapes and distance learning. Details of the second stage will be discussed at the Institute. To register for Parish Nurse II participants must have completed Phase I of the Parish Nursing Preparation Institute.