January (pre 2nd sem)          January 7-11, 2013                     October 1, 2012

         March (spring break)             March 11-15, 2013                      October 1, 2012

         May (week after Grad)           May 13-17, 2013                         October 1, 2012

Hybrid online class. These classes are offered as hybrid online classes and require significant preparation prior to the dates in the field listed above.  After your application is complete you will receive information from your instructor to guide you through the preparatory process.

Application. Please notice that the application for practicum placement requires several addenda to the application form.  Be sure to attend to these details as you prepare your application.  Please note that OPS will not be able to make your placement, if they don't have all the appropriate information.  In addition to the appropriate application form you will need to submit a background check, auto insurance verification and TB test information.  

Placements. Practicum placements are made in a limited number of counties.  Be sure to check the list of availabilities before you start making your plans for housing during your practicum.

Orientation.  Do NOT attend the OPS orientation.  Your group meeting will occur about a week before you begin the placement.  After you have applied for placement, your instructor will be notified and she will provide you with the necessary information.

Note: Please do not wait until the very last minute to apply for your practicum placement.  If you plan ahead, you will be able to avoid all those last-minute crises.   Yeah!

And, Enjoy the experience.  Most students really enjoy the music practica.  We trust you will, too.

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