PSYD 7112 PROFESSIONAL SEMINAR IC: INTRODUCTION TO COMBINED SCHOOL AND CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGY
This third course of a three semester sequence is designed to continue to familiarize students with the role(s) and function(s), similarities and differences of the school and clinical psychologist in a variety of settings, including: schools, clinics, hospitals, private practice settings, post-secondary education settings, and other alternative service delivery systems. The philosophical and empirical base of combined training in school and clinical psychology will be emphasized. Issues that impact the role and function of school and clinical psychologists will also be addressed in this course such as history and foundation of school and clinical psychology, ethics and standards, public policy (including legislation and regulations), ethics and legal issues, professional trends, quality of practice, and the organization and operation of schools and mental health settings.