Education-Human Services

This advanced field experience allows graduate students to participate in a two semester, 600-hour placement in a clinical or school setting. Weekly group supervision focuses on professional identity, in-depth skill refinement, ethical practice, cultural responsiveness, and preparation for professional practice. Internship may be repeated for credit. Prerequisite: EDHS 8290

The class provides an historical review of basic theories in psychology leading to an in-depth examination of current theoretical approaches to psychotherapy. The theoretical base and accompanying empirical literature of varying approaches are discussed with special emphasis on application of principles. Experiential techniques (e.g., role playing, virtual training, live and asynchronous observation, etc.) are included as well as basic training the psychotherapeutic techniques based upon these seminal theories of human behavior.

This is the second of a two-semester sequence in personality assessment. The purpose of this sequence is to train clinical/school psychology graduate students in basic methods of integrative clinical assessment using a battery of behavioral and self-report psychological tests. This second part of the sequence focuses on applied work with adolescents and adults. Prerequisites: EDHS 7640 and EDHS 8670.

Clinical Practicum for Graduate Communication Disorders students

Supervised placement in a setting designed to provide students with clinical experiences dealing with children, adults, and families.

Seminar and practicum experience designed specifically for advanced doctoral students. Focuses on the theoretical and research issues that relate to the practice of consultation and supervision. In addition to the readings and class discussions, students engage in both consultation and supervisory activities. Students are challenged to draw upon their prior knowledge of psychological assessment, problem solving, methods of intervention, and psychological theory. Facilitates the integration of prior learning into practice. Prerequisite: EDHS 7680 and instructor permission.

The purpose of this course is to increase your skills, knowledge and understanding of the theories, techniques, and process involved in developing effective clinical practices. A range of intervention-related topics will be presented, with a focus on evidence-based practices across disorders and diverse populations.

This is a full-time semester-long clinical internship at an affiliating agency that may be located in Virginia or across the United States. Affiliating agencies include public schools and healthcare institutions in Virginia and throughout the U.S. Interns practice all aspects of Speech-Language Pathology under the direct supervision of one or more certified and licensed speech-language pathologist(s) employed by the affiliating site.

This course encompasses summative assessments that document student preparation for entry into the profession as a speech-language practitioner. Students are responsible for independent study, preparation, and completion of the course learning objectives using the prescribed strategies, procedures, and instructions. Accomplishing course objectives verifies successful completion of national certification requirements prior to graduation.

Designed to give masters students experience conducting research in professional settings appropriate to their disciplines. Prerequisites: Permission of Advisor.

Masters Thesis

Opportunities for experienced doctoral students to teach courses or partial courses at the University, or to supervise student teachers under the guidance of a faculty member. Opportunities are arranged by the students with the assistance of the sponsoring faculty member.

Independent Study

Independent Research

Designed to give doctoral students experience conducting research in professional settings appropriate to their disciplines. Prerequisite: Advisor permission required.

Doctoral Dissertation Research completed under the guidance of dissertation committee. 12 hours is required for graduation. Permission of instructor required.