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Introduction to the Doctoral Internship in Health Service Psychology

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) Student Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) offers a Doctoral Internship in Health Service Psychology that is accredited by the American Psychological Association (APA). This internship is designed to provide interns with a comprehensive training experience in professional psychology, with a focus on developing competence in the practice of psychology.

Program Description

The doctoral internship is a 2000-hour experience that includes a wide range of activities, such as individual and group therapy, crisis coverage, supervision of a therapist in training, and consultation. Interns will also participate in training seminars, individual supervision, and group supervision.

Program Aims

The aims of the training program are to:

• Develop professional identity and ethical decision-making skills
• Enhance multicultural competence
• Provide a setting for interns to increase and strengthen their abilities to practice psychology
• Foster a positive professional identity that is essential for the work of an entry-level psychologist

Internship Responsibilities

The internship includes the following components:

• Direct service activities, such as initial consultations, brief individual and relationship therapy, group therapy, and crisis coverage
• Training activities, including seminars, individual supervision, and group supervision
• Other activities, such as prep time, administrative tasks, and dissertation work

Sample Schedule

A sample schedule for interns is provided, outlining the approximate hours per week for direct service, training, and other activities.

Commitment to Diversity

The UNLV CAPS doctoral internship recognizes the importance of cultural and individual differences and diversity in the training of psychologists. The program is committed to providing a rich multicultural experience for interns, reflecting the diverse enrollment of UNLV and the growing multicultural landscape of Southern Nevada.

Accreditation Status

The UNLV CAPS internship program has been accredited by the American Psychological Association since November 8, 2016.

Internship Admissions, Support, and Initial Placement Data

The program provides information on the application process, including required qualifications, preferred qualifications, and application procedures. The program also discloses information on internship admissions, support, and initial placement data, including the number of interns who have completed the program and their subsequent employment or further education.

Program Disclosure

The program requires applicants to have a minimum of 400 hours of direct contact intervention hours and to have completed all required coursework prior to the start of the internship. The program also requires a background check and screening for eligibility requirements.

Application Procedures

The application process involves submitting an online application through the APPIC website, including a cover letter, curriculum vitae, official graduate transcript, and three letters of recommendation. The program also requires a background check upon hire.

Financial and Other Benefit Support

The program provides a stipend of $45,000 per year, as well as access to medical insurance, paid personal time off, and sick leave.

Current Interns

The program provides information on the current interns, including their educational background, research interests, and clinical experience.

Professional Staff

The program provides information on the professional staff, including their educational background, clinical experience, and areas of specialty.

Description of the Center

The UNLV CAPS is a department within the Student Wellness unit of the Division of Student Affairs at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. The center provides a wide range of services to help students address educational, emotional, social, and personal challenges that may affect their academic success or personal development.

Services and Program Objectives

The center provides services such as individual and group counseling, crisis intervention, psychiatric services, outreach and consultation, and training opportunities for emerging mental health professionals. The program objectives include providing initial assessment and recommendations, crisis assessment and intervention, and effective brief clinical interventions.

Student Wellness Mission Statement

The mission of Student Wellness is to advance the optimal wellness of UNLV students, thereby enhancing their lives and academic success. The mission is fulfilled by working in partnership with the greater university community, respecting individual differences and cultural diversity, and providing quality services and programs that address the physical, emotional, social, environmental, intellectual, spiritual, and occupational dimensions of life.