This preceptored practice course allows students to further their development in critical thinking, the nursing process, workload organization, priority-setting for self and others, and collaboration with the health team, including family and un-regulated health care providers. Emphasis is on advancing professional identity and accountability and strengthening evidence-informed and reflective practice. The practicum includes a leadership/management experience, the form and timing of which is determined by the setting. The practice setting will vary for students and include public health, community agencies and hospital experiences. 400 hours over 10 weeks.