Rights of the Student

• To be interviewed and, once accepted, to be assigned to specific, varied and appropriate tasks.

• To know as much as possible about agency organization--policy, people, programs and activities.

• To receive orientation, training and ongoing supervision for the job expected.

• To do meaningful work.

• To be treated as a co-worker.

• To be given an opportunity to voice opinions and ideas; if possible have these included in the planning of programs and
   activities.

• To be given opportunities to pursue leadership roles.

• To be evaluated and to receive letters of commendation based on quality of service.
 

Responsibilities to the Site

• To be open and honest at our site from the beginning.

• To respect confidentiality.

• Maintain professionalism: observe dress code, avoid gossip, etc.

• To understand commitments of time and tasks and to fulfill them.

• To share your learning objectives with the people with whom you'll be working

• To seek honest feedback.

• If in doubt, seek advice.

• To serve as ambassadors of goodwill for the project.

• To be effective advocates for change as needed.

• To enter into service with enthusiasm and commitment.

• To participate in evaluation when asked to do so.

Reproduced from CPPS Faculty Guide

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Last update: Tuesday November 14 2000