Healthcare Management & Leadership Internships & Licenses
The students in the MSUM’s Healthcare Management and Leadership program complete a planned internship which is related to their course of study. This internship is designed to provide practical experience based upon the theoretical foundations learned in the classroom settings. Each student develops skills in the area of problem solving, strategic planning, process improvement, project management, financial analysis, human resource coordination, and leadership.
Internship Resources for Students & Preceptors
- Guide for Internship Preceptors
- Guide for Students Seeking Internships
- Internship Agreement Form
- Immunization and Background Check - to be completed by students
- Domains of Practice - Internship Field Experience
- Documentation of Hours
Senior Support Services License Requirements
The Minnesota Board requires approved academic programs to maintain a high standard in the initial education and training of the executive administrator for long term care supports and services. MSUM’s Healthcare Management and Leadership and MHA program meet both education and training requirements for Nursing Home Administrator (NHA) and Assisted Living Director (ALD) license. Please note that both the programs also meet license requirements in ND.
Students interested in a Nursing Home Administrator license or Assisted Living Director's license should receive a grade of C+ or higher in BELTSS approved courses.
General Information
Request for Academic Course and/or Experience Review Form
Practicum/Internship Requirements
Preceptor Resources
- AIT Program Manual
- Preceptor Training Module (Source - NAB Website) - The Online Preceptor Four Part Module Training Course
- • This online training program for Preceptors is divided into four unique modules of education. Preceptors will be able to earn NAB approved continuing education (CE) for completion of each of the modules below and successfully passing the post-test. Each module will be worth 1.25 NAB-Approved CEs.
- Module 1 will focus on the structure of the AIT/Practicum & the role of the Preceptor.
- Module 2 will focus on the fostering of a culture of learning.
- Module 3 will focus on developing the AIT from a novice to an emerging leader.
- Module 4 will move beyond the Domains of Practice and explore other resources to your AIT as your relationship moves towards mentoring.
- • This online training program for Preceptors is divided into four unique modules of education. Preceptors will be able to earn NAB approved continuing education (CE) for completion of each of the modules below and successfully passing the post-test. Each module will be worth 1.25 NAB-Approved CEs.
Information about License Exams
General Information about ALD License
Information about Field Experience
Mentor Requirements and Qualifications
Students' Self Assessment and Toolkit
“The toolkit provides a self-assessment the Mentee/ALDIR will complete prior to beginning the field experience/practicum to identify strengths/weaknesses and will help guide the Mentor and Mentee/ALDIR in the number of hours recommended and topics throughout the field experience” (BELTSS website).