PY 761 Practicum

Course consists of academically supervised professional fieldwork experience and group supervision. Fieldwork involves the supervised implementation and practice of assessment and counseling skills and interventions in a placement approved by the program. This field experience includes studies in the application and practice of the theories and concepts presented in formal study and is performed under the close supervision of the instructor and on-site supervisor with the use of direct observation and the preparation and review of written case notes. This experience provides the opportunity to participate in clinical activities including diagnosis; assessment; interdisciplinary collaboration and consultation; and interventions with a client population presenting a diverse set of problems and backgrounds. This course is a variable credit course whose total credit hours reflected on the academic transcript must match the requirements for the state(s) in which a student seeks licensure. Because of the number of credit hours required, these requirements will normally be met by enrolling in PY 761 over more than one semester. Students must ultimately log the clock hours required by the state(s) in which they are pursuing licensure.

Prerequisite

Prior to practicum, the student must have completed at least 24 credit hours in the counseling psychology program including completion of PY 723, PY 741, PY 748, PY 749, PY 750, and PY 751. Consent of the practicum coordinator is required. Other courses may be required for particular placements, and other screening procedures may apply.

Offered

Fall, Spring, Summer

Notes

Variable credit course 6-15 credits