Externships and Clinicals in Trade School

Updated September 26, 2025

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Many healthcare and office‑based trades include externships or clinical rotations. These give you real‑world experience and often lead to job offers.

Before Placement

  • Complete immunizations, TB test, background check, drug screen, and CPR
  • Confirm schedule, site expectations, and dress code
  • Practice core skills in lab until signed off

On Site

  • Arrive early, bring a notebook, and ask for a daily task list
  • Communicate—confirm instructions and read back critical details
  • Log hours and get weekly signatures for your Portfolio and Logbook

Converting to a Job Offer

  • Ask for feedback weekly and adjust quickly
  • Request references at the end; update your portfolio with examples

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