NDEP Preceptor Resources

The following resources have been developed by NDEP. Also, NDEP members can access additional preceptor resources on the NDEP portal.

Preceptor Information

• Preceptor Sign-Up Page
• Preceptor Database
• Preceptor Recognition Stories
• NDEP Preceptor Resource Tool Kit

NDEP Preceptor Survey Results

View results of the 2023 Preceptor Survey developed by the NDEP Preceptor Committee.

Preceptor Orientation Checklist

The NDEP Development Committee developed a general orientation checklist for preceptors to use. The purpose of this checklist is to be a starter orientation template for preceptors to use and modify to fit their facility.

NDEP Webinars

Guide to Being an Effective Preceptor: Part 1 and 2

The Guide to Being an Effective Preceptor was recorded in two parts. (Note: Only slides are available; the recording has expired.)

Guide to Being an Effective Preceptor: Part 1

Presented in 2017, the main objectives are to:

• Differentiate effective versus ineffective preceptors
• Identify characteristics of effective preceptors
• Demonstrate how to be an effective preceptor and mentor

The training/webinar slides are available below.

• Webinar Slides

Guide to Being an Effective Preceptor: Part 2

Presented in 2020, the main objectives are to:

• Recognize important aspects of orienting new interns
• Distinguish characteristics of interns in relation to helping them succeed
• Demonstrate effective oral feedback provision for interns
• Select appropriate intern evaluation tools
• Identify strategies to overcome challenges in different rotations

The training/webinar slides are available below.

• Webinar Slides

CPEUs for Precepting

As of June 1, 2017, preceptors may record a total of 15 CPEUs per five-year cycle for precepting and/or leadership on your Activity Log. For more information and to obtain the necessary forms, visit the Commission on Dietetic Registration.

Preceptor Training Program

ACEND^® has an 8.0 CPEU Preceptor Training Program available free of charge.