Learning Agreement

Learning Agreements require approval by the practice course instructor.

They must have signatures of the student, preceptor, and practice course instructor. The final approved Learning Agreement will be in the Field Practice section of CareerConnect. Check with your Field of Study for details.

About the Learning Agreement

The Learning Agreement is required prior to the start of practicum work. It outlines the student’s proposed practicum project (Applied Learning Experience), and serves several purposes:

Academic Agreement: The student’s practice course faculty will review and approve the Learning Agreement as an appropriate project to meet the Applied Practice Experience requirement.
Professional Agreement: The student’s preceptor (sometimes referred to as a practicum mentor or site supervisor) will review and approve the project. As with any professional contract, both parties should agree to the scope, deliverables, timeframe, and expectations before beginning.
Administrative Record: The Learning Agreement serves as the administrative record of the Applied Practice Experience, along with other documentation.

What is in the Learning Agreement?

Student Name
Names of other Team Members, if applicable
Organization Name
Supervisor/Preceptor Name
Supervisor/Preceptor Title
Supervisor/Preceptor Email
Project Title
Start Date
End Date
Proposed Work Schedule
Paid practicum? YES/NO
Please write a brief description of the organization where you will be working
Please write a brief description of the practicum project, including your role in the project and specific tasks
How is the project of strategic significance to the host organization?
What type of orientation or resources will this organization be providing you? (e.g., work space, access to equipment, training)
How is the project relevant to public health?
Describe public health competencies from your field of study you expect to develop.
Name a sector, profession, or background outside of public health to speak with to get another valuable perspective on your public health issue.
Final product or deliverable and due dates

How to Submit a Learning Agreement

You will complete a form to submit your Learning Agreement and have it reviewed by your practice course faculty in Canvas. The field practice team will ensure that your preceptor receives a link to sign off via CareerConnect.

Learning Agreements require approval by the practice course instructor.

About the Learning Agreement

How to Submit a Learning Agreement

Sample Learning Agreements