Top 6 Tips for Navigating Relationships with Fieldwork Educators

Melissa S. Reed, Springfield College and Heidi Carpenter, Creighton University As a student, the prospect of leaving the safety and comfort of the classroom; campus resources; and familiar professors, staff, and friends for Level II fieldwork can be somewhat unsettling. Fieldwork placements vary tremendously, and each site holds unique challenges. When transitioning to your fieldwork site, it is important to remember that as a student, you are there to learn, first and