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Course Title/Number: PRM 308 Practicum
Semester Offered:
| Fall (distance students only); and |
| Summer (campus & distance students) |
Credit: 3 Semester Hour
Instructor: Dr. Charles Hammersley Office phone: (928) 523-6655 Fax: (928) 523-2275
Office Address: 70 McConnell Drive, room 201, PO Box 15016, Flagstaff, AZ 86011-5016
E-mail: charles.hammersley@nau.edu
Office Hours: hours available by appointment
Course Prerequisites: none
Course Description: Practical application of classroom principles in a professional setting before the internship experience. Should be taken during the second year.
Course Policies:
| NAU Policy Statements |
Course Objectives: Competencies:
| To obtain hands-on experience in parks, recreation & leisure services delivery. |
| To observe parks, recreation and Leisure service professionals in a work setting. |
| To develop a better understanding of student's professional interests and needs. |
Course Requirements & Grading Basis:
The Practicum requires the student to complete 240 hours in a park, recreation, or leisure service related organization. It is preferred that the student work in a full-time position (40 hours/week). Some allowances may be made for specific job characteristics, which will allow fewer hours per week to be worked, but still meeting the 240 hour requirement.
The course is Pass Fail. No incompletes or extensions will be given except for extreme extenuating circumstances.
The information you need to submit is shown below. All of your reports will be tracked on the Students Progress and Grade Reports on the Class page. There is a 10 point penalty for late reports.
| Requirements | % of Grade |
| Contact Form | 10 % |
| Weekly Reports | 25 % |
| Student Agency Evaluation | 25 % |
| Supervisor's Final Evaluation | 40 % |
| Total | 100 % |
This is a Pass/Fail course a minimum grade of 70 is required to receive a Passing grade.
Important Note: Depending on the PRM 308 class you are enrolled in, the 240 hours must be completed AND all reports must be submitted by:
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PRM 308 (1324) - 5 week session (June 2 to July 1): DEADLINE Tuesday, July 1 by 5:00 PM |
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PRM 308 (1322) - 10 week session (June 2 to August 5): DEADLINE Tuesday, August 5 by 5:00 PM |
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PRM 308 (1323)- 12 week session
(May12 to August 5): DEADLINE Tuesday, August 5 by 5:00 PM |
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