What Are the Student’s Rotation Requirements?
SEARCH Tennessee participants are required to design and complete a community-oriented primary care project in conjunction with the assigned site, based on the needs of the community. Projects may be oriented toward research, patient education, community outreach, health promotion, or disease prevention. Projects may be new or continuations of ongoing work at the center, but the student’s task should be such that it can be realistically completed during the rotation. More information will be provided the student and preceptor upon acceptance in the program. Other student rotation requirements: • Research the community in which you will practice. Understanding the demographics of the community will help prepare you for your experience. • Keep an electronic journal of your experiences. This is important for both your own reflection about your experiences and also is used for overall SEARCH evaluation. Journal entries are publicly displayed are are subject to TPCA approval. • Develop a le