COU 691 - Internship (1-6)

Prerequisite: Admission to Level 3. Required core course.

A supervised internship experience which consists of a minimum of 800 clock hours that includes (a) a minimum of 320 hours of direct service work with clients; (b) a minimum of one hour per week of individual supervision with the on-site supervisor; and (c) a minimum of 1 1/2 hours per week of group supervision via weekly internship class meetings. The internship experience enables students to refine and further enhance the knowledge and skills applied during their practicum. In addition, the internship provides an opportunity for students to engage in all of the professional activities performed by a regularly employed staff member at the internship site. Graded as pass/fail. Repeatable for a maximum of 12 credits.