CHLS 390 - Child Life Practicum (2)

Prerequisites: Students must be at least junior standing and have completed a minimum of 3 of the required courses for certification through ACLP.
One must be a child development course.
This fieldwork course includes direct observation and analysis of child life developmental and play theories, as well as best practices for pediatric patient care in a hospital setting. Students will directly observe certified Child Life specialists who are conducting psychosocial and coping assessments and determining patient care goals using age and developmentally appropriate techniques. This course also focuses on the importance and benefits of play in a healthcare environment and will include opportunities to plan and implement appropriate activities. Students are expected to complete a minimum of 120 hours of fieldwork in the hospital. Hours will vary based on the rotation placement. Healthcare documentation is also included. Each student must independently apply for the Practicum, meet with the Practicum Coordinator at our affiliated hospital, and secure the Practicum before enrolling in this course.