It also gives you valuable knowledge of what type of work you do or do not want to do. A quality performance by the student during a practicum experience sometimes leads to a job offer. At this time, all 8 hours need to be completed during one semester. You must have successfully completed HDFS 449 and make a reservation one semester before placement. It is recommended that you have at least a 2.00 GPA before beginning your practicum.
Most students complete their practicum during their senior year.
The forms are available from the practicum coordinator, outside of 101 CD and in outside of 1086 LeBaron. The form is due no later than March 1 for summer and fall practicum and no later than October 1 for spring practicum. After the form is returned to 101 CD, then a week later you can pick it up in 101 CD and it will provide you with the reference number required to register for your practicum. Yes, but the key should be the value of the work experience provided. You can do it for a non-profit or a for profit business.