What is the Preceptor Training Program?

The Preceptor Training Program, over the course of five (5) years, has developed an entirely evidence-based clinical preceptor training program based on the review and assessment of over 800 academic publications spanning over 40 years of research within the fields of nursing, medicine, advanced practice (PAs/NPs), pharmacy, and education. Appropriately and well-trained clinical preceptors markedly improve key aspects of practice like safety and quality, as well as positively impacting retention, satisfaction, collaboration, institutional perception, resource utilization, and organizational wayfinding & navigation. Effective instructional and learning experiences for preceptors (and preceptees) guard against turnover, dissatisfaction, financial loss, legal liability, and disappointment.

Our comprehensive program consists of 25 online modules (on average, 50-60 minutes each), delivered by subject matter experts with a wealth of experience and training in preceptoring, education, and leadership. The program is designed to be taken in sequence and each module awards CE/CME credit. Modules are easily accessible online and can be done at the learner’s pace.

Why choose the Preceptor Training Program?

The vast majority of healthcare organizations and academic institutions provide absolutely no training for their clinical preceptors. For those that do, such training is limited to a few hours, 1-2 times annually, and centered around logistics, paperwork, checklists, and timelines rather than the fundamental purpose of preceptoring: how to effectively impart knowledge, understanding, adaptability, and critical thinking skills. The Preceptor Training Program was thoughtfully designed and developed as a solution to this gap in training. It is an entirely evidence-based clinical preceptor training program built upon the review and assessment of over 800 academic publications spanning over 40 years of research within the fields of nursing, medicine, advanced practice (PAs/NPs), pharmacy, and education. Appropriately and well-trained clinical preceptors markedly improve key aspects of practice like safety and quality, as well as positively impacting retention, satisfaction, collaboration, institutional perception, resource utilization, and organizational wayfinding & navigation. Effective instructional and learning experiences for preceptors (and preceptees) guard against turnover, dissatisfaction, financial loss, legal liability, and disappointment.

The Preceptor Training Program is the first and only comprehensive training program for preceptors that teaches them how to effectively impart knowledge to another (preceptee) and equips them with the unique skill sets to master this successfully.

Is the Preceptor Training Program geared for preceptors of students, new graduates, or new hires?

All of these. Program content and material have been designed for preceptors of:

• students still completing their formal academic and clinical rotations prior to graduation and licensure
• newly graduated students
• post-graduate residents/fellows (in advanced practice and medicine)
• newly hired clinical staff orienting to new healthcare organizations or practices

Does the Preceptor Training Program offer continuing education (CE/CME) credits?

Yes. Each module awards at least one (1) CE/CME credit. The entire program awards over 25 CE/CME credits. Participants must successfully complete a brief evaluation prior to receiving a certificate of completion.

The Preceptor Training Program is an approved provider for continuing education through the California Board of Registered Nursing (CA BRN) and a partnership with the American Association of Physician Assistants (AAPA). [Continuing Education Provider #17098, CA BRN]

What is the cost of the Preceptor Training Program?

The program is designed and structured to be taken sequentially in its entirety, consisting of 25 modules (on average, 50-60 minutes each) and awarding continuing education credit (CE/CME). The program is priced at $649.95 and includes unlimited access for a year.

Modules are also available for purchase individually and are priced at $29.95 each and include unlimited access for a year.

Volume-based discounts are available to organizations via enterprise licensing. Email info@preceptortrainingprogram.com for more information.

Can organizations purchase an enterprise license for the Preceptor Training Program for staff?

Yes, the Preceptor Training Program has an enterprise licensing option with volume-based discounts available to organizations. Email info@preceptortrainingprogram.com for more information.

Are refunds offered for the Preceptor Training Program modules?

No, all purchases are final. No refunds are offered for the Preceptor Training Program or any individual module.