Western Carolina University

Spring 2013 Graduate Methods Field Experiences - Applications will be open January 14, 2013 and close February 8, 2013.  While many factors affect placement, early application improves your chances of a preferred placement. 

This application is for students registered in one or more of the following courses.  One application is used for multiple courses.

• EDRD 543
• EDMG 515, 516, 517, 519
• EDPY 593
• EDSE 617

All students in these courses must complete the application for field placement, including those employed in a school where they wish to do the experience.

Review our criminal background check policy.  Whether you have a background check from a previous field experience or must complete one now, attach the report electronically to the application.  Remember that you have 72 hours to disclose to the Director of Field Experiences and arrest that occurs after you have ordered the background check.  A new background check may take 3-5 business days or even longer in some cases.  Don't wait!

Students are responsible for transportation to and from the observation location.  Scheduling is arranged by the student and at the convenience of the Host Teacher in order to complete the course assignments and requirements in a timely manner.

Do not contact a school to request placement. 

More information about Early Field Experiences can be found on our FAQ page.

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TaskStream

Application Instructions - once electronic application becomes available at the beginning of the semester

• Log into TaskStream.
• Click on the "Graduate Core".   
• Left menu header - Methods Field Experience Application.
• Click on "Spring 2013".
• Follow the directions.

Placement approvals will be sent via catamount e-mail beginning January 29, 2013.  Students should contact Host Teacher within one week of receiving this notification to finalize the field experience schedule.