M.Ed. in Higher Education
Practicum Plan

To begin your practicum experience, all students are required to complete a practicum plan. This plan should be approved by your practicum supervisor and faculty advisor, within the first few weeks of your practicum. This plan should outline intentional goals and will help guide your experience.

• Read the ACPA/NASPA Professional Competencies 
• Reflect on and rate your knowledge base and skill level specific to each competency area.
• Identify three (3) competency areas you would like to develop and focus on during your practicum.
• Discuss the feasibility of your plan with your practicum supervisor.
• Complete the practicum plan below.

Semester and Year *
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Student's Name *

Student's Email *
Please enter a GVSU student email address ending in @mail.gvsu.edu.

Faculty Advisor Email *
Please enter a GVSU faculty or staff email address ending in @gvsu.edu.

Practicum Site (Name of Institution and Department) *

Site Supervisor Name: *

Supervisor Email: *

Identify three ACPA/NASPA competency areas you would like to focus on during your practicum: *
Advising & Supporting
Assessment, Evaluation, & Research
Law, Policy, & Governance
Leadership
Organizational & Human Resources
Personal & Ethical Foundations
Social Justice & Inclusion
Student Learning & Development
Technology
Values, Philosophy, & History

Why did you choose this site for your practicum and how do you believe it will help you grow as a student affairs professional? *

Provide a detailed plan that describes the skills and knowledge you will gain and the opportunities and/or activities you will engage in during your practicum that will help develop the three competency areas you have chosen. *