School Psychology Practicum and Internship Handbook

Häftad, Engelska, 2015

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The first guide created specifically for school psychology practica and internships Tailored to the unique educational requirements of school psychology, this is the first complete guide for practica and internships for school psychology students and faculty. Replete with practical information and advice, the book introduces students to a variety of professional issues they may be required to navigate during their supervised field-based experiences. The book covers all aspects of the entry-level practicum ranging from orientation to the professional’s role, to portfolio and competency-based evaluations and navigating relationships with supervisors. It addresses advanced clinical applications including systems-level school initiatives, practice in mental health settings, cross-comparison of educational and medical classification models, field-based research considerations and more. Coverage of the internship year discusses how to select an internship site, writing a winning vita, the application process, applying for the first career position, interviewing and negotiation skills, as well as certification and licensure. Content reflects NASP and APA standards, guidelines, and best practices with an emphasis on supporting high quality field-based training experiences.Additionally, the text offers tools for organizing assessments, consultations, and interventions. Practical recommendations address professional conduct, child abuse reporting, and field experience documentation. Learning is enhanced with the use of diagrams, charts, and sample documents. Chapters include learning objectives, case examples and vignettes for discussion and problem solving, and chapter summaries. Additional online and reproducible resources offer instructors templates for psychological reports, performance evaluations, record-keeping forms and logs, practicum syllabi and internship contracts that are consistent with NASP and APA principles. Key Features: Provides a strong foundation for initial field-based experiences from beginning practicum through the internship and job searchReflects the unique practice settings of school psychologyEmbraces NASP and APA standards, DSM-5, Response-to-Intervention (RtI) and Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) models for school psychology practiceEnhanced with special features such as learning objectives. case vignettes, sample forms, and end-of-chapter reviews Written by experienced practicum and internship supervisors and recognized authorities on the preparation and development of school psychologists

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Utgivningsdatum2015-08-18
Mått178 x 254 x 14 mm
Vikt482 g
FormatHäftad
SpråkEngelska
Antal sidor250
FörlagSpringer Publishing Co Inc
ISBN9780826119315

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Diana Joyce-Beaulieu, PhD, NCSP, is a faculty member of the National Association of School Psychologists (NASP)-approved and American Psychological Association (APA)-accredited School Psychology Program at the University of Florida.Eric Rossen, PhD, NCSP, is a nationally certified school psychologist and licensed psychologist in the state of Maryland. He has experience working in public schools as well as independent practice, and is currently the director of professional development and standards for the National Association of School Psychologists (NASP).

ContentsContributorsForeword by Alex ThomasPrefaceAcknowledgmentsShare The School Psychology Practicum and Internship HandbookSECTION I: PRACTICUM1: Practicum 101—Preparing for PracticumPractica Program StructureSurviving and Thriving in Grad SchoolSecurity ProceduresStudent Liability InsuranceProfessional-Issues VignettesChapter Review2: Orientation to PracticumEntry Procedures ConsiderationsDirect Student, Patient, and Client Contact ConsiderationsProfessional Practice ConsiderationsOrientation to Practica VignettesChapter Review3: Portfolios and Competency-Based EvaluationDemonstrating Acquisition of Knowledge and SkillsConflict Between Supervisor Evaluation and StudentsPerformance Competency VignettesChapter Review4: Peer Mentoring and Peer Supervision(Olivia Soutullo, coauthor)Roles and ResponsibilitiesLevels of SupportFacilitating Positive InteractionsModels of SupervisionCritiquing Test AdministrationScoring ProtocolsProofing Common Writing ErrorsPeer Supervision VignettesChapter Review5: Advanced Practica(Sally Grapin, coauthor)Transition and College Student EvaluationsAdvanced Practica VignettesForensic PsychologyResearch Considerations Through PracticumMental Health SettingsClassification Models Beyond the DsmChapter ReviewSECTION II: INTERNSHIP6: Preparing for InternshipWriting a Winning Curriculum VitaSelecting Internship SitesApplication ProcessStatement of InterestInterviewLetters of RecommendationNo Offers—Now What?Final ConsiderationsChapter Review7: Internship(Olivia Soutullo, coauthor)Documentation, Logs, and Record KeepingTime Management for InternsSetting Boundaries and ExpectationsTransitioning to the Role of ProfessionalInternship Evaluation Measures and CompetenciesChapter Review8: Ethical and Professional Practice: Potential ConflictsSchool Psychology Interns’ Obligations to the Ethics CodeInternship ContractConflicts With SupervisorsConflicts in Laws and Agency Rules or PoliciesChapter Review9: Psychological Case ReportsReport-Writing PrinciplesReport-Writing VignettesReport-Writing BasicsChapter Review10: Preparing for Career Positions(Janise Parker, coauthor)Is a Postdoc in Your Future?Career Listing ResourcesWriting a Career Cover Letter and VitaCareer InterviewsChapter ReviewAPPENDICESAppendix A: Resources: Professional Organizations and StandardsAppendix B: Chapter ExhibitsIndex