This course is the first of two courses in the Preparation for Clinical Education series. In a controlled safe environment with simulated and real-life patients, students practice skills in communication, time management, patient evaluation and intervention, infection control/standard precautions, mobility training, and patient education. This course provides opportunities to appreciate the perspective of patients/families on changes in health and healthcare delivery. Students are oriented to and plan for Practicum I, a three-week full-time supervised clinical practice in a healthcare environment.