Practicum Assistant

Practicum Assistant

Department: ASPH Communication Sciences and Disorders

Advertised Salary Range:

Part/Full Time:
Full Time

About UofSC

From the Upstate to the Low country, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor's degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning.

All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

Inclusive Excellence Statement

Advertised Job Summary

Under the supervision of the practicum administrator, the student services program coordinator will initiate, organize, complete, and document tasks for the team and will provide assistance to the department. The coordinator will work daily to prepare necessary documentation and will communicate with practicum team, students, and sites to meet needs for individual student practicums and clinical graduation requirements.

Minimum Qualifications (Classified and Unclassified positions)

Preferred Qualifications

• Self starter with familiarity to database software and standard office software.

• Ability to plan and organize work activities effectively, to prioritize task completion according to specific deadlines and objectives professional communication skills for different stakeholder groups such as team members, students, and practicum sites.

• Ability to exercise judgement and discretion in interpreting and applying policies and procedures.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Self starter with familiarity to database software and standard office software.

• Ability to plan and organize work activities effectively, to prioritize task completion according to specific deadlines and objectives.

• Exercise judgement and discretion in interpreting and applying policies and procedures.

Job Close Date

08/03/2026

Special Instructions to Applicant

Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors.

Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email. We are only accepting applications submitted by August 3, 2026. The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:

• Health and Life Insurance

• Retirement Programs

• Paid Tuition

• Dependent Scholarships

• Annual Leave

• Sick Leave

• 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)

• Paid Parental Leave

• Professional Development Opportunities

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