Prerequisites

1. Completed both RPTM 394 and RPTM 456 with a C or better.(It is recommended that students schedule RPTM 394 at least two semesters prior to the semester in which the student is planning to complete an internship).
2. Achieved seventh-semester standing (i.e., completed at least 89 semester hours of course work).
3. Have a cumulative grade-point average (GPA) of 2.0 or greater. The student must ensure that he/she has met this requirement prior to beginning the internship experience.
4. Completed the 300 hours. The 300 hours form is to be completed and forms must be attached to the student’s Internship Site Selection Form prior to submitting the form to the Internship Coordinator.
5. Current Certification in Adult CPR and First Aid for the duration of the student’s internship. Copies of current certification cards will serve as proof of current certification. These copies must be attached to the student’s Internship Site Selection Form at the time of submission. Acceptable certification courses include “hands-on” courses offered through the Red Cross or American Heart Association. Courses in CPR/First Aid that are 100% on-line are not approved for this pre-requisite. A list of training opportunities is available.
6. Successfully completed all requirements of the orientation to internship course including:
   (a.) Preparation of a professional resume and cover letter
   (b.) Identification of internship and career goals
   (c.) discussion of tentative plans for internship, including potential agencies, with his/her academic adviser
   (d.) an examination on internship procedures and requirements.
7. Notified the internship coordinator of agency selection (Internship Site Selection Form) by the posted deadline dates.
   Deadline dates for submission of the internship site selection form and prerequisite materials are always posted on the RPTM internship deadlines page.
8. Registered for RPTM 495A (12 credits) and paid the appropriate tuition to the University.

Additional Information

RPTM 495A is controlled for enrollment so students may not enroll themselves. You must be approved for internship based on the pre-requisite packet. Upon approval, students will be added to a section of RPTM 495A. Note that registration/enrollment in courses in addition to RPTM 495A (12 credits) is strongly discouraged. Occasionally, students may be approved to enroll in one (1) additional course (3 credit maximum) to stay on the graduation plan for a total of 15 credits. Students will not be approved for more than three (3) credits or one (1) course in addition to RPTM 495A. Students who register for additional courses without permission from the advisor and/or the internship coordinator will be administratively dropped from RPTM 495A resulting in the need to complete internship in a subsequent semester.

Internship packets are submitted via email to plk4@psu.edu in .docx and .pdf formats prior to the deadline

If you have questions, please e-mail Patty Kleban or call the RPTM Student Success Center at 814-865-1851.