Catalog 2007-2008
Graduate School of Education and Counseling

Please Note: This is the 2007-2008 catalog. It is now out of date, and included here only for archival purposes. Please use the current edition. Thank you.

Midprogram Evaluation and Advancement to Internship

Counseling psychology students are evaluated in several ways as they prepare for internship (or practicum, for school psychology students).

All counseling psychology students maintain portfolios of their courses, fieldwork, and other professional activities. Prior to enrollment in an internship, all students must meet with a department adviser and provide documentation of the following:

1. Completion of all prerequisite courses.
2. Completion of all courses taken (i.e., no outstanding Incompletes).
3. Completion of these portfolio requirements:
   • A minimum of 200 hours of experience as a helper or caregiver in a school or community setting and collaborative experience with peers or other professionals (documented through a written statement of professional goals and a professional resume)
   • A minimum of 10 hours of personal counseling
   • A minimum of four visits to a variety of recovery support groups (e.g., 12-step programs)
4. A signed statement indicating comprehension of and adherence to ethical standards.

Students who complete required coursework, demonstrate appropriate professional development, and pass a practicum are eligible to apply to begin an internship in their final year in the program.