Ralph Waldo Emerson
Practicum Learning Objectives Life is a succession of lessons which must be lived to be understood. —Ralph Waldo Emerson The practicum experience provides a significant hands-on opportunity to cultivate your professional growth and development. This course includes a 216-hour practicum as part of the 1,000 clinical hours that are required for the DNP credential. During your practicum experience for this course, you will cultivate effective interactions to promote the implementation, evaluation, and dissemination of an evidence-based project. In addition, you should pay close attention to the role of leadership in such endeavors and reflect on your own development of leadership competencies, including skillful communication. As you do this, also think about how you may meaningfully contribute to the organization during your remaining time in the setting. This week you prepare for the practicum experience by developing a plan, including learning objectives and activities. (Thi...