Schools should review the HFH MA Externship ACEMAPP Process Guide before submitting an externship request.
The guide outlines the externship process in ACEMAPP and clarifies the responsibilities of the school and Henry Ford throughout the request and onboarding process.
Resource:
HFH MA Externship ACEMAPP Process Guide
Review this guide for instructions and responsibilities related to submitting and managing MA externship requests in ACEMAPP.
Medical Assistant externship rotation requests must be submitted through ACEMAPP at least 3–4 weeks before the student's desired start date.
During holiday periods, requests must be submitted at least 4 weeks before the desired start date.
The anticipated onboarding and placement process generally takes 3–4 weeks and may vary based on:
Important: Submission of a requested location or start date does not guarantee placement. The clinical site and start date are confirmed only after a hosting site has been identified and all onboarding requirements have been completed.
Schools must review the student's information and supporting documentation before submitting the request. Information and documentation should be complete, current, legible, valid, and assigned to the correct student.
A complete request should include:
Missing or incomplete information may delay placement review or the student's start date.
Students should log in to ACEMAPP promptly after their school submits the externship request and it has been accepted.
Students are responsible for completing all assigned:
Students should regularly monitor their ACEMAPP account and complete assigned items promptly to help prevent delays in the onboarding process.
Requested locations and start dates are not guaranteed.
Placement decisions are based on factors including:
Henry Ford Health will provide final confirmation once the clinical site, onboarding requirements, and start date have been approved.
Students should not report to an externship site until their placement and start date have been formally confirmed by Henry Ford Health.
Students attending an online Medical Assistant training program, such as Stepful or Skilltrade, must attend a Henry Ford Health system orientation before beginning at their externship site.
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