This concentrated practicum course provides an opportunity for the synthesis on the specialized knowledge, skill, and judgment inherent in the role of the Nurse Practitioner within a collaborative, multidisciplinary team setting. Facilitated by a faculty advisor and clinical preceptor, the student assumes responsibility for providing primary care to culturally diverse clients across the life span. In addition to the clinical hours of the practicum, the course includes a seminar component that addresses professional, philosophical and ethical issues related to the role of the Nurse Practitioner. This practicum includes a minimum of 300 hours of supervised clinical practice in the role of the Nurse Practitioner.