GPC 601 Counseling Practicum
As the first entry-level professional practice course, practicum provides a supervised clinical experience through which students: apply theory to practice; solidify basic counseling skills, and become familiar with professional activities and resources. Observation of experienced counselors, audio/video recordings, individual supervision, and peer feedback support learning as students work with clients from their community. A supervised seminar, emphasizing the integration of professional knowledge and development of self-awareness, underpins this field-based experience. The Practicum field-based experience totals 100 clock hours over a full academic term (including at least 40 clock hours of direct service). A grade of B or higher is required to complete this course and advance to Internship.
Course Prerequisite(s) - 1st and 2nd Tier Courses, Candidacy status, GPA > 3.0, and Advisor approval
Prerequisite
( GPC501 OR GPC501N OR GPC505 OR GPC508 OR GPC508N OR GPC510 OR GPC510N OR GPC515 OR GPC515N OR GPC525 OR GPC525N OR GPC530 OR GPC530N OR GPC531N OR GPC541 OR GPC541N )