PSYC 6690 - Counseling Practicum

Prerequisite: consent of the instructor. The practicum involves placement in a practicum setting as well as an in-class seminar. The practicum provides an opportunity for the student to develop basic individual and group counseling skills under supervision. The student receives a grounding in the broader role of professional counselor with the site selected. The seminar portion of the class provides an opportunity for practicum students to meet together weekly to integrate field experiences and discuss topics of professional interest. The practicum requires a minimum of 100 hours, 40 of which must be direct service with clients. A minimum of one hour per week of individual supervision is also required. 3 credits.