Observational Shadowing Program

The University of Maryland Capital Region Health is committed to delivering high quality health care services to enhance the well-being of our community and its residents.

We also serve as a resource for health care education.

Our observational shadowing program offers a structured educational experience for non-employed students or professionals interested in learning about health care professions.

Please note that current hospital employees are not eligible for this program.

Participants can engage in observational shadowing for up to 5 days within a 3-month period in the same department.

Applicants for the observational shadow program must find a mentor to guide their educational experience.

Eligibility for Program Participation

Students aged 16 and over, as well as professional students interested in health care related studies or careers, have the opportunity to participate in an educational observational experience.

How to Apply

1. Applicants should complete and return the Observational Shadowing Applicant Packet (PDF). Mentors should complete the Observational Shadowing Mentor Packet (PDF).
2. Review our volunteer requirements.
3. Complete the online volunteer application.
4. Complete and return the onboarding form (PDF).

The application materials and all required supplemental documents must be submitted to the UM Capital Region Health Volunteer Services Department at least 30 days prior to the scheduled start date of the educational experience.

Email: UMCapitalregionvolunteer@umm.edu

Email Subject: "Observational Shadowing Request – Applicant First Name & Last Name"

Fax: 240-677-3041

Mail: University of Maryland Capital Region Health
Volunteer Services Department
901 Harry S Truman Drive N
Largo, MD 20774