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Frequently asked questions
Who can become a preceptor?
Eligibility depends on state licensure, national certification when required, years of experience, specialty match, and each university’s current rules. PreceptorFinder cannot declare that a person is eligible for a specific program.
What qualifications are required?
Most NP programs look for an actively licensed clinician in the relevant specialty, often with a graduate degree and a defined period of practice. Always compare your credentials with the student’s current practicum manual.
What types of students can I precept?
Some clinicians host BSN students, others host MSN or NP students, and some host both. Capacity, setting, and university affiliation rules all affect what is possible.
How does PreceptorFinder work for preceptors?
You submit a short profile. We review it and contact you when a student’s needs fit your setting, specialty, and availability. You stay in control of which opportunities you accept.
How do I submit my information?
Use the Become a Preceptor form. Include licensure states, specialty, setting, and any limits on student type or schedule. The process is designed to be convenient and quick to complete.
How are students matched?
We review each student’s requirements against your specialty, location, and capacity, then reach out when there looks like a good fit. You decide whether to proceed.
What documentation may be required?
Universities commonly request a CV or resume, license verification, certification, a preceptor agreement, and site information. Some sites also require onboarding, background checks, or affiliation agreements.