Clinical and Learning Opportunities

The Shriners Hospital for Children in Cincinnati is proud to offer a range of educational opportunities for medical professionals, college internships and school project information.

Nursing Opportunities

Pediatric rotations and role transition courses are available through these affiliated schools:

• Raymond Walters
• Good Samaritan School of Nursing
• University of Cincinnati
• Mt. St. Joseph
• Northern Kentucky University
• The Christ Hospital
• Xavier University

For additional information, school representatives can contact Jean Merz, education coordinator.

Respiratory Therapy

Our hospital works with several local colleges, training students in respiratory therapy and burns. Currently, we have affiliations with Northern Kentucky University, Cincinnati State, and University of Cincinnati - Clermont. For more information, contact respiratory care department.

EMS/Firefighters and Paramedics

Initial Pediatric Burn Care courses are held at the hospital periodically throughout the year. The course is designed for first responders - EMTs, firefighters, paramedics and nurses. This free seminar covers topics such as critical assessment, airway management, and case studies.

Occupational and Physical Therapy

The Cincinnati hospital has affiliations with OT/PT programs across the country. For information on placement within our program, contact Patti Sharpe.

Child Life

Child life has opportunities for students to complete volunteer work, field work, practicum placements or full-time internships. For complete information on these opportunities, contact Kathy Washam, supervisor, child life services.

Social Work/Care Coordination

Our hospital has affiliations with many schools of social work. For information on practicum placement, contact Cindy DeSerna, MSW, supervisor, care coordination and family services.