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Guidelines for Quarterly Evaluations

The PEP process for CPM certification requires a successful preceptor/apprenticeship relationship. When

entering into a preceptor/apprentice partnership, each party is expected to act in a professional, responsible,

and respectful manner towards the other. For the most beneficial relationship, NARM strongly urges each

person to maintain an open line of communication with the other. Periodic assessments should be included as

a part of regular communications .

The average apprenticeship which includes didactic and clinical training lasts 3-5 years. It is acceptable, even

preferable, for apprentices to study under more than one preceptor. Some preceptor/apprentice relationships

develop into long-term working relationships; others may be very brief. However long a relationship may last,

periodic assessments can prove to be very beneficial for both parties. NARM recommends using the following

guidelines and Quarterly Evaluation Report as tools for periodic assessment .

Recommendations:

At the beginning of the preceptor/apprentice relationship, each party should establish goals, such as

educational goals and expectations for rate of progress .

A plan should be made for meeting outside of clinical time to discuss didactic study and evaluate clinical and

skills experience.

The preceptor and apprentice should strive to meet at least once per quarter for evaluations, to discuss

progress, expectations of both parties, and to set new goals. While a “quarter” may typically be defined as

once every three months, short-term apprenticeships may benefit from more regular meetings; for example, for

a 4-month apprenticeship, evaluation meetings could be scheduled at least once per month.

Completing the Quarterly Evaluation Form:

The following form is recommended by NARM; it is not required as a part of the CPM application process.

NARM encourages utilization of this form by both apprentices and their preceptors, particularly those

apprentices who plan to apply through the PEP-Entry Level process .

The Quarterly Evaluation Form should be completed by the preceptor and apprentice together. Begin by

reviewing the discussion questions . Add any preferred topics of discussion for the next evaluation .

Complete the time period, clinical numbers, and note how many of each clinical may be used on NARM

application forms . Both preceptor and apprentice should sign the form .

Submission of Quarterly Evaluations:

The Quarterly Evaluation Form is intended for use by the preceptor and apprentice. Once an evaluation is

completed, both apprentice and preceptor should keep a copy for their records. Submission of Quarterly

Evaluation Forms is encouraged but not required as a part of the CPM application process. If the preceptor

and/or apprentice choose to submit the evaluations to NARM, they will be kept on file as supplemental

materials. Quarterly Evaluation Forms may be submitted to:

NARM by email (), fax (931-901-1221), or standard mail:

NARM Applications Department

P .O . Box 420

Summertown, TN 38483

September 2014

NARM Preceptor Handbook

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