Preceptor Hub

Empowering preceptors to guide, inspire, and develop the PAs of tomorrow.

Becoming a Preceptor

Eligibility

Our program welcomes dedicated PAs, physicians, advanced practice nurses and other highly qualified clinicians who are committed to shaping the next generation of Physician Assistant students through high-quality, hands-on clinical education.

To Become a Preceptor

A member from our PA team will be in touch with you soon!

Precepting Overview

  • Rotation length: 4 weeks and 3 days
  • Approximately 40 hours per week of supervised clinical experience
  • Opportunities for students to meet rotation-specific learning objectives (outlined in the rotation syllabus)
  • Review of mid-rotation evaluation (completed by the student) through CORE ELMS
  • Review of student required documentation through CORE ELMS (clinical logs and hours)
  • Preceptor completion of final evaluation of student performance by the last day of the rotation block

Precepting Benefits

  • CME
  • Nazareth University faculty appointment as Clinical Instructor
  • $1,000 stipend per student per 4 week, 3 day rotation 

Rotation Information

Each five-week block includes four weeks and three days in the clinical setting, totaling at least 184 hours under the preceptor's supervision (~ 40h/week). The final two days of the rotation students return to campus for in-person assessments. This intentional design promotes continuity of learning for the student and enables preceptors to deliver focused, high-quality educational experience with minimal disruption to workflow.

*List includes currently available elective rotations. The program remains open to developing additional elective opportunities.

Rotation Dates

Rotation #
Rotation Dates
Student In-person Callback Days
1 Monday, January 4 - Wednesday, February 3, 2027

Thursday, February 4
- Friday, February 5, 2027
2 Monday, February 8 - Wednesday, March 10, 2027 Thursday, March 11 - Friday, March 12, 2027
3 Monday, March 15 - Wednesday, April 14, 2027

Thursday, April 15
- Friday, April 16, 2027
4 Monday, April 26 - Wednesday, May 26, 2027

Thursday, May 27
- Friday, May 28, 2027
5 Monday, May 31 - Wednesday, June 30, 2027

Thursday, July 1
- Friday, July 2, 2027
6 Monday, July 5 - Wednesday, August 4, 2027

Monday, August 9
- Wednesday, August 11, 2027
7 Monday, August 16 - Wednesday, September 15, 2027

Thursday, September 16
- Friday, September 17, 2027
8 Monday, September 20 - Wednesday, October 20, 2027

Thursday, October 21
- Friday, October 22, 2027
9 Monday, October 25 - Wednesday, November 24, 2027

Monday, December 6
- Friday, December 10, 2027

Preceptor Resources

PAEA Resources

CORE Resources

CORE Availability Submission Video

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the requirements for precepting?

Eligible preceptors must be:

  • Licensed and in good standing with your state licensing board
  • A Board Certified, or previously Board Certified, PA, MD, DO, NP, CNM, or others. If unsure, please ask.
Can anyone else supervise my student?

Yes, Naz PA students may work with a variety of licensed healthcare professionals during their clinical rotation, under the direction and supervision of their primary preceptor.* We appreciate that clinical education is often team-based. Students may evaluate patients, participate in procedures, and engage in learning activities under the supervision of other qualified providers within the practice or setting they are rotating in.

*The primary preceptor maintains overall responsibility for supervision, ensures the student meets rotation objectives, and completes the final evaluation in accordance with the program and accreditation standards.

How many hours do students need?

Students are expected to be at their clinical site at least 184 hours for the duration of the clinical rotation, and no more than 80 hours per week. Students should get an average of 40-60 hours per week.

Does Nazareth University provide liability insurance?

Naz PA students are covered under professional liability insurance throughout enrollment in the program and two years thereafter. Proof of insurance will be provided to clinical sites where students are assigned. Coverage will be in effect for program-assigned clinical rotations and experiences but will not be in effect for students working in a clinical setting not affiliated with the program or in the case of volunteer work, unless it is program-assigned.