The teacher education programs at SIUE have integrated field experiences designed to enhance the classroom knowledge of the teacher candidate.&nbsp; Each field experience is unique and meets specific requirements as stipulated by the program of study.<br /><br />Students must apply in advance for these field placements.&nbsp; The deadline is typically one semester prior to the field experience.&nbsp; The Office of Clinical Experiences, Certification and Advisement will work with local school districts and program faculty to secure the necessary placements.<br /><br />Please select the correct link for your program/field experience to be directed to the application.<br /><br /><strong>The application deadline for Fall 2012 field placements has passed.&nbsp; Please contact OCECA at 618-659-2469 or <a href="mailto:nwaltz@siue.edu">nwaltz@siue.edu</a> for additional information</strong><br /><br />Program applications for the Early Childhood, Elementary and Special Education programs may be found at: <a href="http://form.fh.siue.edu/oceca/application.htm" target="_blank">http://form.fh.siue.edu/oceca/application.htm</a><br /><br />If you have any questions about the placement process, please contact us at 618.650.3940 or <a href="mailto:ocecahelpdesk@siue.edu">ocecahelpdesk@siue.edu</a>.