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200 8 -200 9 PRACTICUM INFORMATIONAL MEETING

200 8 -200 9 PRACTICUM INFORMATIONAL MEETING. CSPP. S ITES ……………. M.A.: Three tracks: School Counseling -- K-12 schools Student Personnel -- College Advising/Administrative Offices Community Counseling -- Mental Health Agencies/Clinics Ph.D.: Variety of college and agency sites.

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200 8 -200 9 PRACTICUM INFORMATIONAL MEETING

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  1. 2008-2009PRACTICUM INFORMATIONALMEETING CSPP

  2. SITES ……………. M.A.: Three tracks: • School Counseling -- K-12 schools • Student Personnel -- College Advising/Administrative Offices • Community Counseling -- Mental Health Agencies/Clinics Ph.D.: Variety of college and agency sites

  3. STUDENT EXPECTATIONS OF PRACTICUM1) Dealing with anxiety 2) Developing case conceptualization, counseling skills, and professional identity

  4. On-Site Supervisors Expectations • Self Starters • Willingness to work at odd jobs • Willingness to ask questions • Creativity • NOT critiquing the site by saying things like: “My professor said……….”

  5. TIME LINE………… • Spring Semester 2008 • Using the Practicum Site Directory online and/or the Blue Binder in Emily’s office: • View practicum sites’ websites for the type of services provided and the population served, application protocol and deadline for application. • School candidates contact a website with all licensed school counselors’ contact information, plus the Blue Binder in Emily’s office. • May 1, 2008 – deadline for submitting ‘Selection of Practicum Site’ form to Dr. Kay Herting Wahl

  6. Timeline continued • Fall 2008 • Everyone must have the practicum site secured and approved by the beginning of the fall semester. • School Candidates must have at least one of their 3 sites secured and approved by the beginning of the fall semester.

  7. Required Paperwork by May 1st(if a site has been secured)If a site has not been secured, please see your advisor for assistance. • M.A. School counselingPracticum Data Sheet (in Practicum Handbook p10) and Observation Confirmation (completed in EPsy 8435) • M.A. Community/Student Personnel: Student Selection of Practicum Site (in Prac Handbook p7)

  8. Ways to Find Information about Practicum Sites………………….. • Research the Practicum Site binders in Rm 250 Emily’s desk in EdScB for site listings, site evaluations, and site survey results regarding the nature of practicum, qualification of supervisor, practicum hours, etc. Binders need to stay in EdScB. • Check with second yr. masters students. • Practicum Site listings will be emailed to you. • Check the practicum websites for information regarding the practicum sites of interest. • School Counseling can consult the following website: http://intranet.cehd.umn.edu/TargetEd/TargetEd.aspx?appl=CSPP

  9. Ways to Find Information about Practicum Sites………………….. • Check with your advisor or practicum supervisor for site information. • Ask second year M.A. or third year Ph.D. students about their experiences. • Notify Fengqin Lianif information in the site binders is incorrect. • Confirm with the contact person that the site is accepting practicum students for 2008-2009; then confirm that CSPP practicum requirements can be met (hours, supervision, qualified supervisor, taping, etc.)

  10. APPLICATIONPROCEDURE • Prepare a letter of intent and resume/vitae. • Resources for letter writing and resume: • Exploratory, Transition, and Career Services (ETCS), http://cehd.umn.edu/ETCS/ • 127 Appleby Hall • University of Minnesota Career Services, http://www.career.umn.edu/cdn.htm • Resume Tutor –An online program provided by Offices of Human Resources • http://www1.umn.edu/ohr/careerdev/resources/resume/ • International Student & Scholar Services (ISSS), http://www.isss.umn.edu/ • 190 Hubert H. Humphrey Center • Application procedures and deadlines will differ depending on sites.

  11. LETTER of Intent………

  12. SAMPLE LETTER #1 Date Name, Ph.D. L.P. Address Dear Dr. Last Name: I am pleased to submit this application for a [insert type of] practicum at [site]. [In one or two sentences say something about why you are to applying there, such as you talked to someone about it and a specific point that you liked about what they said, or that the site offers some specific kind of training that you are looking for, etc. The idea is to show that you have researched and therefore know something about the site and that you are a good fit for it. If you have talked to the director on the phone mention this as well.]. Enclosed are my vita/resume and [list anything else they require that you are sending in the packet]. Please feel free to contact me if I can provide any additional information. I would welcome the opportunity to meet with you to learn more about the practicum at Site. Thank you for your consideration. Sincerely,

  13. SAMPLE LETTER #2School Counseling Dear Ms. Baldrica, I am a first year master’s student in Counseling and Student Personnel Psychology at the University of Minnesota and I would like to apply for the opportunity of completing my practicum experiences in a elementary school, middle school and high school in St. Paul during the 2006-2007 school year.To meet the degree requirements, I need to finish 700 hours of practicum in three educational levels (high school, middle school and elementary school) in the 2008-2009 academic year. Among the 700 hours, I need to spend 400 hours in a level that is related to my future work and 150 hours in each of the other two levels. To complete my practicum, I would like to focus on middle school in the fall semester and elementary school and high school in the spring. Enclosed with this letter is my resume for your reference.  For an interview, you can contact me at (000) 000-0000 or at (000) 000-0000 over the summer.  Thank you for your time and consideration.Sincerely yours,

  14. SAMPLE LETTER #3: Community/Student Personnel Counseling Dear Ms. Doe: I am submitting my resume for your consideration for a practicum placement. I am a student at the University of Minnesota pursuing my Master’s Degree in Educational Psychology. I am seeking a practicum placement to begin in September of 2005. Before my entry into the program, I worked for several organizations that provided services to families and children. I worked for the Bureau of Milwaukee Child Welfare. While working there, I provided intensive case management to birth parents, children, and foster families. In all, my experiences have varied among working with young children, adolescents, and parents. I have a strong interest in working with all age groups. To meet the degree requirements I need to complete a 700 hour practicum over the span of two semesters. I am looking to work about 23-24 hours per week at my practicum site. I have a flexible schedule. My specific interests include individual and family counseling, prevention, and community outreach. I would also be interested in gaining experience in narrative therapy, group counseling, and psychoeducational groups. I feel my interests are compatible with the services provided by your organization. I look forward to the possibility of meeting with you to discuss this further. I can be reached at _________. I’ll be available for the interview any time Thank you for your consideration! Sincerely,

  15. Sites are competitive, just as jobs will be.

  16. INTERVIEW………... 1) Prepare for the interview. 2) Dress appropriately. 3) Review questions that are normally asked at the interviews. 4) Highlight anything that will make you stand out from the other candidates. 5) Be prepared to ask the interviewer questions about the practicum experience. 6) Ask what the practicum sites expect from you 7) Write a thank you card or note.

  17. INSURANCE…………………CSPP practicum students are covered for liability insurance through the University. Extra insurance can be purchased, for example through APA or ACA;however you must be a member of theorganization.

  18. Supervisors……………. • On-site supervisors • CSPP supervisors (a) Director of M.A. Clinical Training:Dr. Kay Herting Wahl Director of Doctoral Clinical Training: Dr. Michael Goh (b) M.A. School Counseling:Dr. Kay Herting Wahl and Adjunct Faculty M.A. Community/Student Personnel:Dr. Tom Skovholt (spring); Dr. John Romano (fall) and doctoral student supervisors Ph.D. Advanced practicum:Dr. Michael Goh (fall) and Dr. Pat McCarthy Veach (spring) (c) Clinical Training Assistant: Fengqin Lian

  19. TAPING…………. audio/video tapes for Community/Student Personnel and for School Counselors

  20. Class Registration…………… • M.A. School Counseling:EPsy 8503 (fall) & 8504 (spring), sec. 2; 3 credits each; A/F • M.A. Community/Student Personnel: EPsy 8503 (fall) & 8504 (spring), sec. 1; 4 credits each; A/F • Ph.D. Advanced practicum:EPsy 8522; 3 credits each; A/F

  21. Practicum Handbook You have purchased one for your supervisor. Handbooks are online. You may download a book or certain pages for yourself. You may also purchase another book for yourself, if you choose. See Fengqin if you want another book.

  22. General QuestionsBefore we split into areas of specialization • M.A. School Counseling Rm 320 • M.A. Community and School Personnel Rm 10 • PhD Advanced Practicum Rm 250 J

  23. BEST WISHES!

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