as in internship
a period of undergoing practical instruction in one's job or career
she got some coaching experience through a 40-hour practicum with the parks department
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This is why colleges and universities emphasize the importance of internships and practicums, providing students with practical experience that enhances their employability.
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Michael Horowitz, Forbes, 24 Oct. 2024
While most classes in these programs run online, practicums, internships and clinical requirements may require in-person attendance.
—Doug Wintemute, Forbes, 29 Sep. 2024
The fourth course focuses on dog training and is similar to a practicum, where students will apply actual skills training on dogs, either their own pets or dogs that belong to friends or family.
—Jenelyn Russo, Orange County Register, 30 July 2024
For the practicum, students spend one semester working in teams with clients, including U.S. and international government agencies, nonprofit organizations, and businesses, to conduct policy and program analyses.
—Foreign Affairs, 10 June 2024
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Michael Horowitz, Forbes, 24 Oct. 2024
While most classes in these programs run online, practicums, internships and clinical requirements may require in-person attendance.
—Doug Wintemute, Forbes, 29 Sep. 2024
The fourth course focuses on dog training and is similar to a practicum, where students will apply actual skills training on dogs, either their own pets or dogs that belong to friends or family.
—Jenelyn Russo, Orange County Register, 30 July 2024
For the practicum, students spend one semester working in teams with clients, including U.S. and international government agencies, nonprofit organizations, and businesses, to conduct policy and program analyses.
—Foreign Affairs, 10 June 2024
See All Example Sentences for practicum
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“Practicum.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/practicum. Accessed 24 Apr. 2025.
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