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Chapter 1: Introduction

Overview

The APE, or Applied Practice Experience (PHP 667, Graduate Practicum in Public Health, ),  is a required 200 hour, 4-credit practice practicum course in the Master of Public Health (MPH) program at Syracuse University. Students submit a portfolio demonstrating proficiency in at least 5 MPH foundational or global health concentration competencies. Additional academic assignments are required, as well (refer to the PHP 667 syllabus appended to this document).

Pre-requisites

  1. Registration for PHP 667 is contingent on completion of 18 credits of MPH applicable coursework.  Additionally, the nature of practicum related work is dependent on the courses completed and public health skill competency. 
  2. Completion of the Applied Practice Preparation program milestone. The milestone requires students to attend one group orientation session, followed by individual meetings with the PHP 667 instructor to plan for the internship. Potential sites are discussed, program competencies to be met, and potential products (deliverables) for the portfolio. A proposal detailing the practicum, to be approved by the APE Committee, is prepared and reviewed.  At the completion of this milestone, permission to register for PHP 667 is granted.
  3. Students interested in a placement outside of Central New York or an international placement should express interest at least 9 months prior to the planned registration

. The purpose of this experience is for students to

The major components of this course include:

  • Completion of 200 field hours with a public health or related agency.
  • Submission of a portfolio, which includes at least two (2) deliverables showcasing competency in at least five (5) MPH competencies, of which at least three (3) must be foundational competencies.
  • Four (4) online, asynchronous seminars
  • Weekly journals
  • Product/deliverable drafts for feedback.
  • Meetings with PHP 667 instructor and APE committee.

APE Eligibility is contingent on:

  • Eighteen (18) credits of applicable MPH coursework completed.
  • Completion of the APE milestone prior to enrollment in PHP 667.

PHP 667 Instructor/APE Coordinator Contact:
Megan SnowSusan Coots
Email: mesnow@syrsecoots@syr.edu 

Chapter 2: Responsibilities

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