The Office of Practicum Education mandates that all students (Including all students completing their practicum at their place of employment) obtain the maximum clearances required by the state in which the practicum is located.
- All students are required to obtain all clearances (including students completing their practicum at their place of employment), prior to the start of the practicum course or the student may be dropped from the course and pulled from the practicum.
- If a student has a prior criminal record, or related concerns, they should disclose this to the Practicum Education Specialist (as soon as they are assigned to one) for purposes of planning during the placement process.
- Each individual agency may request additional clearances for their specific site. Students must communicate with the agency directly for guidance around additional clearances required.
When to pull your clearances:
| Semester(s) in Practicum | Pull your clearances no later than | Clearances Due |
| Fall/Spring semester (*BSW and MSW) | June 1st | August 1st |
| Spring/Summer semester (*MSW ONLY) | October 1st | December 1st |
| Summer Block semester (*MSW ONLY) | February 1st | April 1st |
Medical Records or Medical Clearances Information:
Each prospective practicum site has its own policies and procedures on what records are required and how these records are handled. This may include additional items that Temple does not require. Many practicum sites, particularly those that are health-related, are requiring an updated immunization record and other medical verification, including urine screens, before beginning practicum. Additional cost may be associated with this type of practicum which is the responsibility of the student.