Which component of the doctoral program in clinical psychology is specifically intended to develop a student's competence with regard to clinical work?
a. practicum experiences
b. internship
c. both of the above
d. neither of the above
Question 2Javier is a 4th year clinical psychology graduate student. For the last two months, he has been busy writing up an original study that he conducted in the lab last term. Based on this information alone, one might guess that the document Javier has been working on is his
a. preliminary exam.
b. thesis.
c. dissertation.
d. post-doc application.
Question 3A typical contemporary clinical psychology doctoral training program includes
a. coursework in basic and applied psychology.
b. practicum work.
c. coursework in research methods and the completion of theses/dissertations.
d. all of the above
Question 4Given the description provided in the text, each of the following would constitute a clinical practicum experience EXCEPT
a. providing therapy to mildly depressed outpatients through a clinic operated by the psychology department.
b. performing cognitive assessments on individuals coming through an Alzheimer's clinic at the local hospital.
c. teaching an undergraduate research methods laboratory for the department.
d. running a weekly group at the library to teach relaxation techniques to people in the community.
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