Practicum placement sites are independent, external organizations that establish and enforce their own onboarding and eligibility requirements for all students. These requirements may include, but are not limited to, COVID‑19 vaccination, other relevant immunizations, health screenings, background checks, and compliance with site‑specific public health, safety, or operational policies.

Students are solely responsible for meeting all documentation, health, and onboarding requirements established by Practicum placement sites in order to participate in Practicum activities. TTC College does not control or waive Practicum site requirements and cannot guarantee placement if a student does not meet a site’s eligibility criteria.

Practicum sites can be from any approved site location, provided that the location and preceptor meets all requirements. However, TIP students must complete their practicum hours at a site within Los Angeles County.

Yes. You may complete your practicum at your current workplace, provided that your supervisor meets all requirements to serve as a preceptor. In addition, work hours may count toward practicum requirements if your supervisor is an approved preceptor and your role fulfills the 12 core functions.

No. For students at TTCC, practicum hours must be completed at a single approved location.

Yes, but only on a case-by-case basis and with prior approval. Please email the Practicum team with your inquiry, practicum@tarzanatc.org.

No. Practicum hours must be completed during the approved schedule set by the practicum site.

No. Only hours completed during the approved practicum period (within the program timeframe) may be counted.

A practicum site must be secured by the end of SUD 103. Keep in mind that the timeline of securing a site depends on the hiring process and availability at the practicum site. Make sure to start early and reach out to practicum@tarzanatc.org for any support needed.

No. TTCC does not guarantee placement but will provide referrals and connections to potential locations and preceptors. Students must complete the agency’s interview process to secure placement.

Some agencies offer stipends, but the majority of practicum sites are unpaid and at the discretion of each site.

Yes. A valid registration number is required before starting practicum hours.

No. You must stay at your practicum site for the full seven-month program, and your practicum hours must be completed at the same time as your academic coursework, not separately.

You must pass both the practicum and academic components to successfully complete the program.

Yes. You may begin your externship after completing the practicum requirements, and while you can complete more than 255 hours, only 255 hours will count for credit.

In addition to the internship hours completed during the program (255 hours), students must complete between 2,000 and 3,000 externship hours after graduation, depending on the requirements of the accrediting body they choose to register with (such as CCAPP or CADTP). These externship hours are typically gained through employment in the field.

Yes. TTCC provides preparation courses to support students in successfully completing the state certification exam. Please click the link below to register for an upcoming workshop.

State Exam Workshop RSVP Form