My Practicum Experience Analysis

• Explain the major professional challenges you faced in the completion of your practicum. As a part of my practicum, I worked at Department of Health, White River Junction, Vermont. One of the things I have noticed is that my practicum site is a little disorganized. As a part of my practicum, I was supposed to contact local physicians about the community resources on safe disposal of prescription medications. I was told that there was a drop-box located in the local sheriff’s office and there might be more located in other law enforcement offices. Later, I found out that there is no such drop-box in the entire county but sheriff’s office collects medications. Throughout these 6 months, I have gathered relevant information regarding prescription medication disposal and provided the information to the agency to streamline …show more content…
But what I have noticed was that they are more collaborative in their approach. I am amazed at the vast networks the people working here maintain. They reach out other organizations to garner their support with a friendly attitude. When faced with a negative response from an organization the public health workers usually take a step back and try to persuade them gently. As a part of my practicum, I was asked to create a dashboard for WIC program. My learning experience in Biostatistics class came in very handy during my practicum.
• Describe areas in which you felt unprepared and what you did to improve your knowledge and competency. I think overall my experience at Walden has prepared me well for the practicum experience. Initially, I was little overwhelmed that I might not be able to meet the deadlines for my objectives. I realized during the first telephone conversation with my preceptor and my instructor that it is the nature of the line of work. I felt reassured after the conversation. Overall, I felt confident with my training at