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Pedagogy and Learning Apprentice (PH 195P)

Participating in a PH 195P, Pedagogy and Learning Apprentice (PLA), position provides students an opportunity to learn the methodologies of teaching and obtain teaching skills that can be utilized for graduate schools or vocational training.

 

As a PLA, you will be expected to attend class, hold weekly office hours, assist in the creation of homework assignments and/or exams, develop and present review sessions, and give a short lecture on a selected topic in Public Health. You will also be required to submit weekly reflections on teaching experiences, ideas, and challenges. You will receive a P/NP grade in the class, based on your attendance, participation, and portfolio. 

Students selected as PLAs MUST have: 

  • At least 90 units completed (Junior standing)
  • At least a 3.0 GPA overall
  • At least an A- in the class for which they wish to participate as a PLA

 

Students who complete PH 195P are able to apply four units towards the major as upper-division elective credit.  All requirements and responsibilities have been listed below for additional information. 

If you have earned an A or A- in an FMPH/PH course and have a minimum overall GPA of a 3.0 please consider applying.

Note: Please keep in mind that no more than 4 total units of PH 195P, PH 195, and FMPH 195 may be used to meet UD major requirements. In addition, no more than 8 units between AIP 197, FMPH/PH 195/PH 195P, and FMPH/PH 198 may be used to meet UD major requirements for majors who entered UC San Diego before FA24.