UMass Boston

Advanced Community Practicum I

Course #: PSYCLN 893, Class #: 4546, Section #: 01

Description

This fall course will provide oversight for advanced students completing practica in the community. Students will participate in clinical activities in community settings approved by the Clinical Executive committee (CEC) of the Clinical Psychology graduate program. Activities may include psychological, neuropsychological, and/or diagnostic assessments; providing therapeutic interventions; conceptualizing cases; applying a multicultural framework to clinical interaction; providing consultation or supervision; participation in prevention, consultation, or supervision; or other approved clinical activities. Students will improve their competencies in clinical skills, effective use of supervision, and comply with the administrative requirements of the Externship site, as well as the ethical principles guiding the practice of psychology.

Prerequisites

PSYCLN 785 and PSYCLN 786 and PSYCLN 787 and PSYCLN 788 and PSYCLN 620 and Masters degree