Clinical Training Partners

Training the Next Generation of Community Healers

Integrated care placements where students learn to address the whole person — medical, behavioral, and social needs — in real-world community health settings.

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Our Academic Partners

Second Chance Community Health serves as an approved clinical training site for leading Nevada healthcare education programs.

University of Nevada, Las Vegas

Roseman University of Health Sciences

Touro University Nevada

Nevada State University

College of Southern Nevada

Interested in Partnering?

We welcome discussions with healthcare education programs seeking integrated care clinical training sites. Our model provides students with hands-on experience in addressing social determinants of health alongside medical and behavioral care.

Programs Supported

We provide structured clinical placements across multiple healthcare disciplines. Click each card to view placement details, requirements, and employment pathways.

Nursing Rotations

BSN and ADN clinical rotations in integrated primary care, community health nursing, and population health management.

Hours Required:
  • Community Health Nursing: 120 clinical hours
  • Leadership/Management: 80 clinical hours
  • Practicum/Capstone: 150-200 hours
Supervision Structure:
  • Direct supervision by BSN-prepared RN preceptors
  • Weekly case review with interdisciplinary team
  • Exposure to integrated behavioral health model
  • Population health data analysis projects

Transition-to-Employment Pathway: Strong clinical performance may lead to RN employment offers. Eligible for Workforce Fellowship if hired at 32+ hours/week.

Physician Assistant Clinical Placements

Family medicine and behavioral health rotations for PA students seeking community health experience.

Hours Required:
  • Family Medicine Rotation: 5 weeks (200 hours)
  • Behavioral Health Elective: 4 weeks (160 hours)
  • Underserved Populations Elective: 4 weeks (160 hours)
Supervision Structure:
  • Direct supervision by licensed PA or physician
  • Daily patient encounters with immediate feedback
  • Participation in interdisciplinary care conferences
  • Warm handoff training with behavioral health

Transition-to-Employment Pathway: Outstanding PA students may be offered employment upon graduation and licensure. HRSA NHSC eligible site. Workforce Fellowship available.

Medical Student Rotations

Third and fourth-year medical student clerkships in family medicine and psychiatry within an FQHC model.

Hours Required:
  • Family Medicine Clerkship: 4-6 weeks
  • Psychiatry Rotation: 4 weeks
  • Elective Rotations: 2-4 weeks
Supervision Structure:
  • Direct supervision by board-certified physicians
  • Exposure to FQHC operations and value-based care
  • Integrated behavioral health consultation experience
  • Social determinants of health case management

Transition-to-Employment Pathway: Residency-trained physicians may be considered for employment. HRSA NHSC loan repayment eligible site.

Social Work Practicum

MSW field placements in clinical social work, case management, and housing navigation within healthcare settings.

Hours Required:
  • Foundation Year: 400 hours (2 days/week)
  • Advanced Year: 500 hours (3 days/week)
  • Clinical Concentration: Additional supervision hours available
Supervision Structure:
  • Licensed LCSW field instructor supervision (1 hour/week minimum)
  • Integrated care team participation
  • Housing case management training
  • Clinical documentation and EHR training

Transition-to-Employment Pathway: MSW graduates may be hired as Associate Social Workers (ASW) while accruing LCSW hours. Workforce Fellowship eligible at 32+ hours/week.

Behavioral Health Internships

Pre-doctoral psychology internships and post-doctoral residencies in integrated behavioral health.

Hours Required:
  • Pre-Doctoral Internship: 2,000 hours (1 year full-time)
  • Post-Doctoral Residency: 1,500 hours (1 year)
  • Practicum Students: 300-600 hours
Supervision Structure:
  • Licensed psychologist supervision (2 hours/week individual)
  • Group supervision and case consultation
  • Integrated care model training (PCBH/CoCM)
  • Evidence-based practice implementation

Transition-to-Employment Pathway: Post-docs and licensed psychologists may transition to permanent positions. HRSA NHSC eligible. Workforce Fellowship available for qualifying roles.

Medical Assistant Training

Externships for medical assistant students seeking certification and real-world clinical experience.

Hours Required:
  • Clinical Externship: 160 hours minimum
  • Extended Placement: Up to 240 hours available
  • Schedule: 3-4 days/week (flexible)
Supervision Structure:
  • Supervision by RN or certified medical assistant
  • Clinical skills competency validation
  • EHR documentation training
  • Patient-centered communication skills

Transition-to-Employment Pathway: High-performing externs are frequently hired upon certification. Workforce Fellowship may be available depending on role and hours.

Our Supervision Model

Structured, evidence-based clinical supervision designed to develop competent, compassionate healthcare professionals prepared for community health careers.

Licensed LCSW Supervision

Credentialed social work supervisors for MSW students and associate-level clinicians

Medical Provider Mentorship

Board-certified physicians and PAs supervising medical, PA, and NP students

Interdisciplinary Case Consultation

Weekly team meetings integrating medical, behavioral, and social perspectives

Evidence-Based Practice Training

Structured curriculum in trauma-informed care, motivational interviewing, and integrated care models

Performance Milestone Reviews

Regular competency assessments aligned with program learning objectives

Paid Employment During Internship

Supervision is included as part of paid employment during internship. Many of our advanced-level practicum students and interns are hired as W2 employees, receiving both clinical training and compensation while accruing required supervision hours.

This employment-integrated model allows students to gain real-world experience, receive professional supervision, earn income, and qualify for our Workforce Fellowship program — all while completing their academic requirements.

Pipeline to Employment & Career Advancement

Our structured career pathway transforms students and interns into licensed professionals and emerging leaders in community health.

Clinical Placement

Practicum, internship, or externship through academic program partnership

  • Structured clinical training with licensed supervisors
  • Exposure to integrated care and underserved populations
  • Performance evaluation and competency development

Paid Employment

W2 employment as associate clinician, intern, or entry-level professional

  • Competitive compensation with benefits (32+ hours/week)
  • Continued clinical supervision toward licensure
  • Professional development and mentorship

Workforce Fellowship

Tuition support and professional development funding for employed students

  • Up to $8,000-$12,000 per academic year in tuition support
  • Semester-based disbursement tied to employment and academic standing
  • Service commitment to community health workforce

Loan Repayment

Retention-based loan repayment for licensed professionals committed to community health

  • Up to $25,000-$40,000 over 36 months (role-dependent)
  • Direct payment to student loan servicer
  • HRSA NHSC eligibility for qualifying disciplines

Leadership Track

Advancement to clinical leadership, supervision, and program development roles

  • Clinical supervisor and field instructor roles
  • Program manager and director opportunities
  • Leadership development and executive training

Why This Pathway Works

By integrating education, employment, financial support, and career development, we create a sustainable pipeline of skilled professionals committed to serving underserved communities. This model addresses workforce shortages while providing meaningful career pathways for the next generation of healthcare leaders.

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Ready to Start Your Clinical Placement?

Join a clinical training program that prepares you for real-world community health practice while opening doors to employment, funding, and career advancement.

Questions about placements? Contact our Academic Partnerships team at careers@2ndchancenv.org or call (702) 518-6244 ext. 200

Hear from Our Students & Alumni

Real experiences from trainees who completed placements at Second Chance

Maria Rodriguez, LCSW

MSW Practicum Alumni → Employed Clinician

“My practicum at Second Chance completely changed my understanding of social work. I learned integrated care, trauma-informed practice, and housing navigation — skills I use every day. They hired me as an ASW after graduation, and I’m now accruing my LCSW hours while receiving Workforce Fellowship support.”

James Chen, PA-C

PA Student → Full-Time Provider

“My family medicine rotation here was the most impactful clinical experience of PA school. I saw how integrated care actually works — behavioral health consultations happening in real time, case managers coordinating housing, medical providers addressing the whole person. I knew I wanted to work here, and I’ve been here three years now.”

Ashley Thompson, RN, BSN

Nursing Student → Staff RN

“I completed my community health rotation and capstone here. The preceptors were incredible — they taught me about social determinants of health, cultural competence, and patient advocacy. When I graduated, they offered me a full-time RN position. I’m now part of the mobile health unit team, bringing care directly to people experiencing homelessness.”