OpenFieldNorthern Ontario Rural Health & Indigenous Wellness Practicum
Professional community-engaged clinical and field practicum working with regional public health agencies, hospital networks, and First Nations communities across Northern Ontario.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Enrollment in Nipissing Master of Social Work or Nursing with minimum 75% GPA
- English language proficiency
- IELTS 7.0 overall for clinical communication
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required
- Thesis / Research statement
- Vulnerable Sector Police Record Check and Immunization Record
- Recommendation letters
- Two professional/clinical recommendations
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- CAD $21/hour for 16-week clinical/community placement
- Application fee
- Zero placement fee
- Tuition / joining costs
- Integrated into accredited degree program enrollment
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- March 15, 2027
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Nipissing University documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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