Preparation for Practicum Checklist

Steps to complete

When it is due?

Date Completed

Entrance Skill Inventory

At orientation or at beginning of program entrance.

Application for Early Childhood Education Associate Degree Program

Prior to program entry and taking your first practicum.

Enrolled in Practicum 1

OR

Credit for Prior Work Experience

After program entry (typically the first semester for most students) and prior to taking practicum 2.

Caregiver Background Check
The completion of a caregiver background check includes the review of criminal records for convictions of serious crimes or a history of improper behavior. Students accepted into the program must complete a background information form disclosing any acts, crimes, or convictions prior to program entry. Students with a criminal history may be denied access to classroom placement at the discretion of the education site.

Copy of CBC card must be on file in the Early Childhood office before you can go to your practicum site.

Fill out form that comes with your admission letter and return to admissions with the appropriate fee after program admittance.

Health Form & TB Test

Within 3 months prior to your first practicum. Copy of health form and TB test must be on file in the Early Childhood office before you can go to your practicum site.

CPR certification card - Copy of a current CPR card must be on file in the Early Childhood office before you can go to your practicum site.

Due prior to program entry.

Name Tag- Fill out form and return with the appropriate fee.

Purchase at bookstore prior to practicum placement.

Questions? Contact Peggy Anderson, 920-498-6255,
or 1-800-422-NWTC, Ext. 6255